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This 2013 report by WWF South Africa identifies and describes the country's Water Source Areas (WSAs), highlighting that a small fraction of land provides the majority of the nation's surface water. It emphasizes the interdependence between engineered water infrastructure and the ecological infrastructure (catchments, rivers, and aquifers) that feeds it, while detailing the threats facing these critical regions.

This case study by the Climate Policy Initiative analyzes the Ouarzazate I Concentrated Solar Power (CSP) project in Morocco. It examines how a public-private partnership (PPP) model, supported by significant international concessional finance and government subsidies, was used to overcome the high capital costs and commercial immaturity of CSP technology to establish a foundation for a larger regional solar portfolio.

This report synthesizes key findings from the IPCC's Special Report on Managing the Risks of Extreme Events and Disasters (SREX), specifically focusing on the implications for Latin America and the Caribbean. It examines the interaction between climate change, human factors, and the natural environment to assess disaster risk and provides guidance on integrating disaster risk management (DRM) with climate change adaptation and sustainable development.

This report analyzes market trends and policy drivers within the international copper supply chain, specifically focusing on China's imports of copper scrap (Flow C) and primary copper mining products (Flow D). It examines the environmental and social impacts of these flows, the regulatory landscapes in key exporting and importing regions, and provides policy recommendations to improve sustainable development outcomes.

This technical paper details the modeling methodology used by the World Resources Institute for the 'Reefs at Risk Revisited' analysis. It describes how the project quantified and mapped global threats to coral reefs by integrating over 50 data sources into a geographic information system (GIS) to create indices for local and global pressures, including coastal development, pollution, overfishing, thermal stress, and ocean acidification.

This research paper by the World Resources Institute examines the conflict between increasing food production to sustain a growing population and the conservation of ecosystem services under the pressure of climate change. It argues for a shift from managing ecosystems solely for food to a holistic approach that integrates food production with the maintenance of other nature-based services to avoid irreversible ecological tipping points.

This document introduces a series of commissioned papers for the 2010 World Resources Report, focusing on the tension between addressing immediate development needs—such as poverty and hunger—and preparing for long-term climate risks. It highlights the projected decline in water availability and crop yields in Asia and calls for new planning tools to manage the trade-offs between short-term relief and long-term resilience.

This seminar report details a presentation by Dr. Emma Archer and a response by Dr. Jakkie Cilliers on climate risk impacts and adaptation in Southern Africa. The event, hosted by the Institute for Security Studies (ISS) in Pretoria on 22 June 2009, examined the vulnerability of sectors such as agriculture, water, and health, and discussed the role of governance and urbanization in mitigating climate-induced risks.

This report by the International Institute for Sustainable Development (IISD) examines how climate change interacts with existing political tensions in the Middle East, specifically the Levant, to increase the risk of violent conflict through water scarcity, food insecurity, and economic instability.

This 2008 report by the Stockholm Environment Institute examines the intersection of an ageing population and climate change, specifically focusing on the United Kingdom. It analyzes how older people are both contributors to carbon emissions and uniquely vulnerable to climate-related threats due to physical, financial, and social factors. The report proposes a national policy framework to reduce this vulnerability through improvements in housing energy efficiency, local accessibility, and integrated health and social care.

This scoping paper, produced for the Trade Ministers’ Dialogue on Climate Change Issues in 2007, examines the multifaceted linkages between trade, investment, and climate change. It analyzes how trade policies influence greenhouse gas emissions, the legal interactions between WTO and UNFCCC frameworks, the physical risks climate change poses to trade infrastructure, and the competitiveness implications of climate regulations.

This report, produced by the Environment and Security (ENVSEC) Initiative—a partnership between UNDP, UNEP, and OSCE—analyzes the intersection of environmental degradation and human security in the South Caucasus. It identifies priority risk areas in Azerbaijan, Armenia, and Georgia, focusing on how resource scarcity, industrial legacy, and urban growth can exacerbate social tensions or, conversely, serve as catalysts for regional cooperation.

This research paper analyzes how trade and investment disciplines under NAFTA and the WTO impact the ability of governments to enact and implement environmental laws. The author argues that while there is no inherent conflict between trade rules and environmental protection, the cumulative and retroactive nature of these disciplines creates significant legal and capacity risks for governments, particularly regarding older measures and the expansive interpretations of investment protections in NAFTA Chapter 11.

This case study describes a fictitious company, MultiPaint, Inc. (MPI), which faces a crisis when toxic contamination is discovered at its idle downtown manufacturing site. Despite a recent marketing campaign emphasizing environmental safety, the company must navigate legal, financial, and public relations challenges while evaluating five distinct options for the contaminated property.

This infographic from the Climate and Development Knowledge Network outlines the climate-related risks and opportunities across the grain value chain, from production and storage to processing and consumption. It identifies specific vulnerabilities such as crop failure and pest outbreaks, while suggesting adaptation strategies like the adoption of drought-resistant seeds and improved storage infrastructure to enhance food security.

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 document is a technical section of the Hendrina Power Station Consolidated Life-ex Report, detailing specific technical recommendations, required interventions, and cost projections to extend the operational life of the power plant until 2025. It covers the maintenance and replacement of energy services, electrical plant, common plant areas, and generators.

The Hendrina Power Station Consolidated Life-ex Report provides a detailed technical assessment of the remaining operational life of various plant components across ten units, aiming for a life extension to 2025. The report identifies critical degradation in electrical motors, MV cables, and certain boiler and turbine components, while noting that civil structures are generally in good condition. It emphasizes that achieving the 2025 target requires significant targeted replacements, improved maintenance, and the construction of a new ash dam.

This document is an excerpt from the Energy Services Consolidated Life-ex Report for the Hendrina Power Station. It details the remedial programmes and investment costs required to manage the station's common plant areas—including coal handling, boiler house, turbine hall, and cooling towers—to ensure operational viability until the planned decommissioning date of 2035.

This report provides a risk and vulnerability assessment of water resources in the Limpopo Water Management Area (WMA) of South Africa. It analyzes current water resource stresses, observed and projected climate trends, and the resulting vulnerabilities to ensure sustainable water management.