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The research paper "The Negawatt Revolution: Electric Efficiency and Asian Development" argues that Asian development is hindered by the adoption of inefficient electrical equipment and a utility business model focused on increasing sales rather than customer satisfaction. The authors contrast this with a shift in the U.S. utility sector toward "negawatts"—saving electricity through efficiency and renewables—which is presented as a significantly cheaper and more sustainable alternative to building new power plants.

A letter from a coalition of national organizations to the Prime Minister of Canada expressing support for the Pan-Canadian Framework on Climate Change and Clean Growth and outlining specific recommendations for its implementation.

An open statement by a coalition of environmental, health, labour, and faith organizations urging the Canadian government to address environmental failings during the renegotiation of the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA).

An open letter from a coalition of organizations and individuals to Canadian ministers urging the expansion of the single-use plastics ban to achieve zero plastic waste by 2030.

The Canadian Association of Physicians for the Environment (CAPE) issued this position statement advocating for the eventual abandonment of synthetic pesticides due to their toxicity, persistence in biological systems, and risks to human health, particularly for children and fetuses. The document outlines a transition toward sustainable growing practices and a more restrictive regulatory framework based on the precautionary principle.

This briefing from the Canadian Association of Physicians for the Environment and Environmental Defence urges the Government of Canada to prioritize human health by regulating plastic additives and precursors. It advocates for a class-based approach to managing chemicals like phthalates and bisphenols, strengthening the Plastics Registry, and supporting legally-binding provisions in a global treaty to phase out chemicals of concern.

This briefing note from the Canadian Association of Physicians for the Environment outlines recommendations to strengthen Bill S-5, which aims to modernize the Canadian Environmental Protection Act, 1999 (CEPA). The document advocates for reinforcing the right to a healthy environment and implementing stricter chemical management regulations to better protect public health and the environment.

This briefing note from the Canadian Association of Physicians for the Environment argues for the removal of natural gas from British Columbia's buildings to meet climate targets and protect public health. It advocates for updating the Building Code and BC Energy Step Code to prohibit new gas connections and establish deadlines for existing buildings to transition to clean energy.

A sign-on letter from the Canadian Association of Physicians for the Environment (CAPE) and other health organizations urging the Canadian government to implement a 'Healthy Recovery Plan' through federal fiscal stimulus spending to address climate change and public health.

This briefing note from the Canadian Association of Physicians for the Environment and other health and environmental groups calls for the rapid reintroduction and strengthening of Bill C-28 to modernize the Canadian Environmental Protection Act (CEPA), 1999. The document argues that the current law is outdated and fails to address contemporary health threats, such as PFAS and BPA, which disproportionately affect marginalized populations and vulnerable groups.

A statement from a group of doctors and nurses, represented by the Canadian Association of Physicians for the Environment (CAPE), urging the British Columbia government to halt the expansion of the liquefied natural gas (LNG) and hydraulic fracturing (fracking) industries due to significant risks to public health, healthcare system costs, and climate targets.

A health advisory letter from a group of doctors and nurses to the government of British Columbia, warning of the public health risks associated with the expansion of the liquefied natural gas (LNG) industry and hydraulic fracturing (fracking).

This fact sheet from the Canadian Association of Physicians for the Environment outlines how climate-related events impact health care facilities (HCFs) in Canada and provides strategies for improving sustainability and resiliency. It details the health sector's contribution to greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, highlighting energy use, anesthetic gases, and supply chain impacts, while suggesting tools for vulnerability assessment and specific reduction measures across various operational areas.

The Canadian Association of Physicians for the Environment and other organizations have written to the Minister of Canadian Identity and Heritage urging the expansion of the Online Harms Act (OHA) to address disinformation and systemic risks posed by big tech platforms.

A statement by Tony de Brum (Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of the Marshall Islands) and Maria de Fátima Monteiro Jardim (Minister of Environment of Angola) urging G20 leaders meeting in Antalya, Turkey, to drive ambition for the Paris Climate Change Conference.

This briefing by Benito Muller of Oxford Climate Policy provides recommendations for the Green Climate Fund (GCF) Board on how to allocate resources. Drawing on lessons from the World Bank's International Development Association (IDA) and the Global Environment Facility (GEF), the author argues against a single unified allocation formula in favor of separate funding envelopes for different objectives to balance efficiency and equity.

This policy brief outlines climate change adaptation strategies for the tourism industry in Belize, emphasizing the need to integrate these options into national policies to protect the country's coastal and reef assets.

The 'Green Bond Market in Colombia ROAD MAP' is a report designed to assist the Colombian Government and the Finance Management Committee of SISCLIMA in developing a successful green bond market. It identifies the potential for green growth funding, analyzes existing barriers in both the green and ordinary bond markets, and proposes a two-phase action plan to establish foundations and expand the market.

This policy brief argues that integrating water security and climate resilience into development planning is essential for growth and poverty reduction, particularly in Africa. It advocates for prioritizing 'no/low regret' investments that provide returns regardless of the climate scenario, while calling for coordinated governance and diversified financing to mitigate the high economic costs of climate-driven disasters.

This policy brief argues that water security and climate resilience are essential cross-sectoral themes for national development in Africa. It proposes using the existing foundations of Integrated Water Resources Management (IWRM) to fast-track the integration of climate resilience into development planning and recommends strong central government leadership to coordinate these efforts across various sectors.