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This briefing explores country perspectives on aligning national-level policy processes under the Paris Agreement, specifically National Adaptation Plans (NAPs) and Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs), to foster broader climate-resilient development.

This report explores how cell captive insurance structures can address structural constraints in sub-Saharan African (SSA) insurance markets, such as fragmentation, lack of innovation, and limited capacity for specialised risks. It identifies four primary use cases—specialised risk management, retail innovation, market participation, and offshore financial centre development—and provides a decision framework for regulators to design appropriate legal and supervisory structures.

This policy briefing by the South African Institute of International Affairs examines the role of marine and coastal Ecosystem-based Adaptation (EbA) in enhancing climate resilience, particularly in Southern and East Africa. It advocates for the integration of biodiversity and ecosystem services into national climate policies to protect vulnerable coastlines and livelihoods from sea-level rise and extreme weather events.

This policy brief examines the application of blockchain and distributed ledger technologies (DLT) in the African mining sector, specifically for mineral traceability and due diligence. While these technologies offer a tamper-proof record of provenance, the authors argue that blockchain alone cannot guarantee ethical production and must be coupled with rigorous due diligence to prevent the exclusion of artisanal miners and the persistence of human rights abuses.

This fact sheet from the Environmental and Energy Study Institute examines the scale and impact of fossil fuel subsidies in the United States and globally. It details specific tax provisions and federal funding mechanisms that support the coal, oil, and natural gas industries, arguing that these subsidies are outdated and undermine climate goals. The document also analyzes the 'externalities' of fossil fuel use—societal, health, and environmental costs—that are not reflected in market prices.

Friends of the Earth International expresses deep disappointment with the July 16 revised version of the UN's legally binding treaty on transnational corporations and human rights, arguing that the text is too weak and fails to establish international jurisdiction to hold corporations accountable.

A statement from World Resources Institute President & CEO Dr. Andrew Steer regarding the introduction of two bipartisan carbon pricing bills in the U.S. Congress: the Stemming Warming and Augmenting Pay Act (SWAP Act) and the Raise Wages, Cut Carbon Act (H.R. 3966).

This briefing by the International Institute for Sustainable Development compares the scale of India's subsidies for conventional fuels versus electric vehicles, highlighting that fuel price cuts between October 2018 and June 2019 significantly outweighed the budget for the FAME II electric vehicle program.

This research paper analyzes border carbon adjustments (BCAs) as a mechanism to prevent carbon leakage—the shift of emissions from countries with strict climate policies to those with less stringent ones—within the fragmented architecture of the Paris Agreement.

This executive summary from the International Institute for Sustainable Development (IISD) details approximately CAD 700 million in public subsidies provided by Ontario for fossil fuel consumption in 2018/19. The document identifies the primary categories of these subsidies and proposes a framework for reform to transition toward a low-carbon economy.

This briefing by Niall Reddy provides a commentary on the Public Affairs Research Institute's (PARI) position papers regarding state reform in South Africa. Reddy argues that public procurement (PP) should be transitioned from a tool for simple outsourcing or black business growth toward a strategic instrument of industrial policy (IP) and 'Procurement for Innovation' (PPfI) to drive high-productivity, innovation-led growth.

This policy brief examines the Tanzania Urban Resilience Programme (TURP) and its efforts to build climate resilience in the Msimbazi Basin of Dar es Salaam. It highlights the shift from hard-engineering to nature-based solutions, the importance of stakeholder engagement, and strategic project framing to secure diverse funding sources.

This briefing by the South African Institute of International Affairs (SAIIA) examines the challenges and pitfalls associated with relying on private sector investment to bridge Africa's infrastructure financing deficit. It argues that while private capital is often promoted for its speed and lack of conditionalities, it is significantly more expensive, risk-averse, and less focused on development outcomes than public or multilateral funding. The document recommends that African policymakers strengthen domestic capacity and strategically use public funds for social infrastructure and project preparation to enhance regional agency.

This briefing by the World Resources Institute analyzes the 2018 Joint Report on Climate Finance from six major multilateral development banks (MDBs). While total climate finance commitments reached a record $43 billion in 2018, the analysis highlights disparities in bank performance, challenges in mobilizing private investment, and the urgent need for MDBs to align their entire portfolios with the Paris Agreement.

This fact sheet explains the purpose and function of the Paris Agreement Rulebook, which was agreed upon in December 2018 in Katowice, Poland. The Rulebook provides the operational guidelines and rules necessary to implement the long-term goals of the 2015 Paris Agreement, focusing on how countries develop climate action plans, report progress, and manage climate finance.

This policy brief examines the intersection of mining, the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR), and the transition to a low-carbon circular economy, using South Africa as a primary case study. It argues that while a low-carbon future requires increased mineral extraction, this must be decoupled from environmental degradation through green industrialisation and technological innovation.

This research paper by the Climate Policy Initiative, produced in collaboration with PT Sarana Multi Infrastruktur (Persero), examines the potential for a guarantee instrument to attract private capital for renewable energy in Indonesia. It identifies a significant investment gap and explores how credit guarantees can mitigate specific risks to help the country reach its 2025 clean energy targets.

This report by the Center for International Environmental Law analyzes the June 2019 Climate Negotiations (SB-50) in Bonn, focusing on the integration of human rights into climate policies, the development of Article 6 mechanisms of the Paris Agreement, and the work of various UNFCCC constituted bodies.

This briefing note from the Center for International Environmental Law outlines the international legal frameworks and specific UNFCCC entry points for promoting public participation and access to information in climate policies. It emphasizes the need for procedural rights to prevent harm to communities, particularly within the mechanisms of Article 6 of the Paris Agreement, and suggests ways to enhance the inclusivity of Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) and the intergovernmental negotiating process.

This policy brief by the Climate Policy Initiative (CPI) analyzes the potential for Brazil to increase agricultural and beef production without further deforestation. Using stochastic frontier models based on 2006 Agricultural Census data, the research quantifies the production gains possible by eliminating inefficiencies and the corresponding capital and operational investments required to achieve them.