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The South African Institute of International Affairs argues that BRICS nations must move beyond treating women's issues as a separate silo and instead integrate gender inclusivity into core development goals. The text highlights significant wage gaps in Brazil and South Africa and notes that while South Africa leads the bloc in gender parity rankings, other members lag behind. It specifically calls for gender-sensitive approaches to automation in the Fourth Industrial Revolution, the inclusion of women in the new BRICS peacekeeping working group to increase the longevity of peace initiatives, and the recognition of women's roles as primary caregivers in the success of vaccine dissemination campaigns.

Carbon Market Watch advocates for a more holistic approach to the EU's sustainable finance framework, arguing that the current 'environmental taxonomy' lacks sufficient granularity and expert input regarding human rights. The letter recommends expanding minimum safeguards beyond ILO conventions to include the EU Charter of Fundamental Rights and UN Guiding Principles, establishing a formal group of human rights experts to advise the Technical Expert Group, and committing to the development of a dedicated 'social taxonomy'.

A coalition of organizations urges the European Commission to strengthen its strategic approach to pharmaceuticals in the environment, citing the grave global health and economic threats of antimicrobial resistance. The authors call for broadening Good Manufacturing Practices to include environmental impacts, using Watch List data to identify priority substances under the Water Framework Directive, and implementing robust Environmental Risk Assessments for marketing authorizations.

ClientEarth argues that the post-2020 EMFF must avoid capacity-enhancing subsidies and instead prioritize marine biodiversity restoration, data collection, and fisheries control. The briefing criticizes the European Commission's proposal for reducing prescriptive eligibility rules and reintroducing harmful subsidies for vessel renewal and cessation schemes, which contradicts EU international commitments under UN SDG 14 and WTO negotiations. Key recommendations include ring-fencing 25% of budgets for biodiversity and control, strengthening conditionality to include environmental law violations, and limiting funding to SMEs and low-impact aquaculture.

The document outlines five recommendations for the IAI Conference of the Parties, focusing on the establishment of rules of procedure for the Science-Policy Advisory Committee, the coordination of joint committee meetings, the rescheduling of committee elections, and the development of a new IAI Strategic Plan.

The document presents four specific recommendations to the Conference of the Parties regarding the governance of the Science and Policy Advisory Committee (SPAC), the coordination between SAC and SPAC, and the development of a new Strategic Plan for the IAI.

The We Mean Business Coalition calls on G7 governments to increase climate ambition by implementing more stringent 2020 NDCs, phasing out fossil fuel subsidies and coal power, and establishing strong carbon pricing. The coalition emphasizes that while businesses are aligning with the Paris Agreement to drive innovation and growth, they require clear policy signals to secure low-GHG capital investment. The statement advocates for a just transition to a net-zero global economy, highlighting that over 700 leading businesses—with a collective market capitalization exceeding $16.7 trillion—are already taking action through the coalition's campaigns.

This briefing, prepared by the United States for the twenty-sixth meeting of the Conference of the Parties to the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI), recommends that Future Earth be invited to become an Associate of the Institute under Article XI of the Agreement Establishing the IAI.

The report finds that building electrification is generally cost-effective for new construction and for customers switching from propane or heating oil, but often more expensive for existing natural gas customers at current prices. It argues that electrification reduces carbon emissions in most US regions, except those heavily dependent on coal, though this is expected to change as coal plants retire. The authors emphasize that demand flexibility—shifting energy use to low-cost or high-renewable periods—can further improve economics and grid integration. Key recommendations include prioritizing the electrification of oil and propane homes, stopping the expansion of natural gas infrastructure, and updating energy efficiency standards to account for total energy reduction across fuels.

The document examines how a warming atmosphere increases the frequency and intensity of extreme precipitation, contributing to higher inland flood risks in parts of the United States, particularly the Midwest and Northeast. It highlights that while climate change is a driver, land-use changes—such as development in floodplains and the removal of wetlands—significantly exacerbate flood risk. The report argues that current FEMA flood maps are inadequate because they rely on historical data rather than future projections. To mitigate these risks, the authors recommend reforming the National Flood Insurance Program, increasing funding for river gauge networks and flood mapping, and implementing nature-based infrastructure and stricter zoning regulations to discourage floodplain development.

ClientEarth asserts that the EU is in violation of international law following a 2017 finding by the Aarhus Convention Compliance Committee (ACCC) that the EU fails to provide the public with adequate access to EU courts. The document argues that the current Aarhus Regulation is unduly restrictive, noting that only 7 out of 35 internal review requests were declared admissible. ClientEarth contends that amending the Aarhus Regulation is the only viable legal mechanism to remedy these shortcomings and bring the EU into compliance with the Aarhus Convention and the Vienna Convention of the Law of Treaties.

Carbon Market Watch warns that the development of new supersonic business jets by aviation entrepreneurs and NASA requires new environmental certification for noise and CO2 emissions. The letter argues that these aircraft must meet existing and future subsonic standards to prevent environmental deterioration and uphold the Paris Agreement.

This briefing document, prepared by the IAI Directorate for the 26th meeting of the Conference of the Parties (CoP), reports on a meeting held in São Paulo, Brazil, on 7 November 2017. The meeting focused on establishing a flexible collaborative funding mechanism to support scientific projects on global change in the Americas, aiming to reduce the IAI's dependency on a single donor and ensure long-term sustainability.

The document argues that Canada's current trade model privileges corporate profits over people and the environment, specifically citing NAFTA's role in exacerbating economic inequality and environmental degradation. The signatories propose a 12-point alternative model for trade negotiations, emphasizing the elimination of investor-state dispute settlement (ISDS) mechanisms, the removal of fossil fuel subsidies, and the abolition of energy proportionality rules that hinder Canada's ability to reduce fossil fuel production. They assert that for Canada to be a 'climate champion', its trade agreements must be compatible with the Paris Agreement and the Pan-Canadian Framework on Clean Growth and Climate Change.

The report identifies three categories of barriers to the growth of adaptation and resilience companies in developing countries: context barriers (policy, institutional, and market environments), business model barriers (uncertainty of value-add, high costs, and lack of technical capacity), and internal capacity barriers (management and operational gaps). Through case studies of Planalytics and JBA Consulting, and a mapping of 41 TA facilities, the authors recommend a TA facility structure consisting of three support lines: Preparation (technology transfer and business planning), Partnerships (market development and stakeholder linkages), and Resilient Systems (policy studies and impact methodologies). This framework is applied to the design of the CRAFT Resilience Accelerator, a proposed USD 20 million facility linked to a USD 500 million private equity fund.

The report analyzes gender-based vulnerabilities to climate-induced hazards in Georgia, such as floods, landslides, and droughts. It identifies systemic inequalities in political representation, economic resources, and domestic roles that increase the risk for women, elderly, and persons with disabilities. The document proposes a Gender Action Plan to integrate sex- and age-disaggregated data, ensure at least 30% female representation in project activities, and tailor early warning systems to the specific needs of vulnerable groups.

The briefing argues that the new international market regime under Article 6.4 of the Paris Agreement must move away from the concept of offsetting and instead utilize results-based climate finance. It emphasizes that the Sustainable Development Mechanism (SDM) should learn from the failures of the Kyoto Protocol's Clean Development Mechanism (CDM) and Joint Implementation (JI) to ensure environmental integrity, sustainable development, and the protection of human rights.

The document argues that the Carbon Offsetting and Reduction Scheme for International Aviation (CORSIA), designed to offset CO2 emissions increases above 2020 levels, requires clear guidance under the Paris Agreement. It emphasizes the need for rules to prevent double counting of UNFCCC units, ensure transparent communication of aviation sector progress, and improve public access to information.

Carbon Market Watch argues that the Sustainable Development Mechanism (SDM) must transition from a zero-sum offsetting system to a results-based climate finance scheme to maintain environmental integrity and social safeguards. The organization also warns that the Carbon Offsetting and Reduction Scheme for International Aviation (CORSIA) could increase global emissions if double counting of reductions is not prevented through transparent monitoring and a common accounting system.

The document argues for the phase-out of the Clean Development Mechanism (CDM) in favor of a results-based Sustainable Development Mechanism (SDM) that prioritizes climate finance over offsetting. It emphasizes the need for mandatory local stakeholder consultations and recourse mechanisms to prevent human rights violations. Additionally, it warns that the ICAO's CORSIA scheme for aviation emissions risks undermining the Paris Agreement if double-counting of emission reductions occurs.