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This policy brief examines the role of Hermetic Storage Technologies (HSTs) in mitigating climate-driven post-harvest losses in Kenya and Uganda. It argues that climate change increases pest and disease pressure, leading to significant grain losses and food safety risks like aflatoxin contamination. The document recommends the adoption of quality standards, increased farmer education on correct usage, and the removal of VAT to make HSTs more affordable for smallholder farmers.

This final report summarizes a research project led by Öko-Institut and the Stockholm Environment Institute regarding the design and implementation of the International Civil Aviation Organization's (ICAO) Carbon Offsetting and Reduction Scheme for International Aviation (CORSIA).

This briefing by Energy Innovation examines the role of offshore wind in achieving zero-emissions climate goals, focusing on cost reductions, technological advancements like floating turbines, and policy recommendations for the United States to scale its capacity.

This briefing transcript features experts from Washington Sea Grant discussing the development and implementation of localized sea level rise projections for coastal managers and decision-makers in Washington State. The presentation details the transition from broad regional assessments to a probabilistic, localized framework that accounts for vertical land movement, and describes how this data is being integrated into urban planning, habitat restoration, and community-led resilience strategies.

This report by WWF South Africa examines the business case for adopting solar thermal technologies in the South African food and beverage industries to replace non-renewable heat sources. It highlights the potential for significant greenhouse gas reductions, job creation in manufacturing and installation, and financial viability for most fuel replacements other than coal.

This briefing by the Rocky Mountain Institute (RMI) assesses the potential for renewable and distributed energy technologies to support the rebuild of Puerto Rico's electrical grid following the destruction caused by Hurricanes Irma and Maria in 2017. The document argues that solar PV, wind, battery storage, and microgrids are now cost-competitive and can enhance the island's energy resilience and reliability compared to traditional fossil-fuel-based systems.

This report by GreenCape examines the potential for industrial-scale solar thermal energy in South Africa, specifically focusing on the agri-processing and textile industries. It identifies these sectors as high-opportunity areas due to their requirement for low-temperature heat (below 160 °C). While South Africa possesses high solar irradiation, the report notes that the solar thermal market is currently an 'infant industry' characterized by high capital costs, a lack of skilled installers, and restrictive certification policies. The document provides quantitative estimates of energy and carbon savings potential, analyzes financial drivers and barriers, and offers recommendations for policymakers and industry stakeholders to accelerate the transition from fossil fuels to solar heat.

This fact sheet from the Environmental and Energy Study Institute (EESI) examines the potential for deploying mid-level ethanol blends (E25 to E40) as high-octane fuels in the United States. It discusses the technical benefits for engine efficiency, the existing compatibility of the vehicle fleet and retail infrastructure, and the potential for significant greenhouse gas (GHG) reductions compared to conventional gasoline.

This report details the findings and recommendations from a two-day workshop conducted by the Electricity Innovation Lab (e-Lab) and Naval Facilities Engineering Command Southwest (NAVFAC Southwest) in April 2013. The document examines the technical, economic, and regulatory challenges of implementing microgrids on U.S. Navy bases to improve energy security and integrate renewable energy.

This policy paper by the Stockholm Environment Institute and other experts evaluates the Clean Development Mechanism (CDM) framework for standardized baselines. The authors argue that the current approach is too rigid, potentially leading to both under-crediting and over-crediting of emission reductions, and recommend a more flexible, data-driven, and sector-specific methodology to ensure environmental integrity and practical applicability.

This report by the Stockholm Environment Institute examines the viability of hydroelectric power as a low-carbon energy source for Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC) under the framework of "development without carbon" (DWC). It analyzes the region's significant untapped hydropower potential against the risks posed by climate change, such as glacier retreat and precipitation uncertainty, and proposes the integration of WEAP and LEAP modeling tools to manage energy-water tradeoffs.

The report 'Battling Fuel Waste in the Military' by Amory Lovins (RMI) argues that the U.S. Department of Defense (DOD) suffers from systemic fuel inefficiency due to a failure to account for the high cost of fuel delivery (logistics). By ignoring these costs during the design of weapons platforms and ships, the DOD maintains inefficient equipment that increases operational costs and inhibits warfighting capability. The author suggests that adopting fuel-saving technologies and 'green design' could save billions of dollars annually and improve military agility and security.

This report by Sasol outlines the company's proposal to the Department of Environmental Affairs (DEA) regarding hydrogen sulphide (H2S) emission standards for its Synfuels facility in Secunda. Sasol argues that the published 2010 standard of 1,000 mg/Nm³ is unachievable within the required timeframes due to technical constraints, the uniqueness of the Sasol process, and market limitations for sulphuric acid. The company proposes alternative standards based on stack averaging and specific points of compliance to ensure practical and sustainable air quality improvement.

This consolidated report, compiled by Siemens for Eskom, evaluates the requirements and costs for extending the operational life of the Hendrina Power Station. The study examines three scenarios: continuing operations until 2025, extending operations until 2035, and implementing capacity increases through system improvements. Based on physical inspections and desktop studies, the report finds the plant's units 1-10 to be in generally poor condition, with significant output losses due to operating limitations and forced outages.

The Hendrina Power Station Consolidated Life-ex Report evaluates the technical condition of various plant systems to determine the requirements for extending the station's operational life to 2025. The report identifies critical failures in turbine auxiliaries, pump casings, electrical motors, and ash disposal facilities, while noting that many systems can operate until 2025 provided that maintenance backlogs are addressed and specific component replacements are executed.

The Hendrina Power Station Consolidated Life-ex Report provides a detailed technical assessment and set of recommendations to extend the operational life of the power station to 2025. The report identifies critical infrastructure risks, including ash dam capacity, boiler tube erosion, and turbine component fatigue, while outlining necessary replacements and maintenance regimes for the boiler, turbine, and auxiliary systems.

The Hendrina Power Station Consolidated Life-ex Report details the technical requirements and cost projections for extending the operational life of the power station's boilers and turbine plant until 2025. It outlines critical maintenance, equipment replacements, and retrofits needed for Units 1-10 to ensure structural integrity, safety, and compliance with environmental legislation.

This report provides an economic and technical evaluation for the life extension of the Hendrina Power Station, focusing on necessary interventions to maintain operations until 2025. It details required upgrades for boiler, turbine, electrical, and common plant areas, emphasizing the trade-offs between refurbishment and replacement to ensure reliability, safety, and legislative compliance.

This report section details the legislative and technical compliance requirements for the life extension (Life-ex) project at the Hendrina Power Station. It covers safety regulations for pressure equipment and boiler structures, emission limits under the South African Air Quality Act, and a comprehensive list of mandatory Eskom and international standards for turbine, electrical, and common plant areas. The document identifies specific areas of non-compliance, particularly regarding emissions, transformer maintenance, and environmental management of waste and water systems.

This report provides a consolidated life-extension (life-ex) assessment of the Hendrina Power Station, detailing the technical condition and remnant life of its energy services, electrical plant, and common infrastructure. The study, conducted by Siemens and other specialists, evaluates whether the plant can operate until 2025, identifying critical failures in MV motors, generator age, and environmental compliance issues regarding water and waste management.