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The report finds that while post-issuance reporting in the GSS bond market is widespread and generally high-quality, significant gaps remain in the disclosure of project lifetimes, impact assessment methodologies, and quantitative linkages to entity-level sustainability strategies. Analysis of 75 issuers (USD 1.4tn issued) shows that 88% of 2020–2022 issuers reported allocations, but 35% failed to report within 365 days of issuance. Sovereigns and development banks demonstrated the highest reporting quality, while non-financial corporates were the least likely to provide entity-level framing. The report recommends the adoption of standardized reporting platforms and mandatory regulatory frameworks to enhance market transparency.

The document argues that Indian banks and NBFCs are in the early stages of climate action and face structural barriers. It proposes the use of integrated transition planning, drawing on 10 lessons from global banking experiences, to bridge the climate finance gap and maintain financial stability.

The document outlines best practices for Independent Accountability Mechanisms (IAMs) within financial institutions, focusing on ensuring they are accessible, transparent, and effective in providing remedy to communities harmed by investments. It details essential structural elements for independence, such as direct reporting to the Board and restrictions on 'revolving door' employment. The guide defines three core functions: Compliance Review for investigating policy violations, Dispute Resolution for voluntary party-led solutions, and Advisory for systemic institutional learning. It emphasizes the need for simple admissibility requirements, proactive outreach in local languages, and the protection of complainants from retaliation. Finally, it argues that for IAMs to be truly effective, financial institutions must commit to implementing management action plans and establishing dedicated remedy funds.

The document outlines four key principles for effective public engagement on climate change: connecting with deeply held values, using inclusive and participatory approaches, engaging positive social norms, and creating honest, empowering stories. It illustrates these principles through three case studies: a diverse network of small-scale environmental initiatives in Egypt, a community-led relocation project for the Carteret Islands in Papua New Guinea, and a citizens' assembly in Scotland. These examples demonstrate that bottom-up, deliberative, and co-creative processes can lead to a stronger public mandate for climate policies and resilience.

The report identifies New Zealand, Australia, and India as leaders in power data transparency, evaluating them across six criteria: time granularity, publishing lag, geographical granularity, fuel breakdown, ease of access, and additional data. It specifically examines the partnership between India's NITI Aayog and the Vasudha Foundation to create a centralized, open-access data platform for the country's energy transition. The document concludes with recommendations for improving data transparency across Asia, emphasizing machine-readable formats, unique identifiers, and the removal of access restrictions.

The document reviews 24 financing strategies for adaptation in developing countries, categorizing them as either discrete adaptation strategies or general climate action strategies. It finds a wide variation in approach, ranging from high-level awareness documents to detailed costing frameworks. The analysis suggests that countries do not necessarily need to calculate precise finance gaps and should instead focus on the strategic use of public finance to leverage private investment and improve the tracking of international finance flows. It emphasizes the importance of involving ministries of finance and international funders to increase the likelihood of securing resources.

The report reviews the GCF's country ownership framework, finding that while National Designated Authorities (NDAs) are recognized as leaders, they often lack the capacity for inclusive stakeholder coordination and monitoring and evaluation (M&E). It highlights the importance of Country Programmes (CPs) and the role of Direct Access Entities (DAEs), while noting challenges in private sector engagement and long proposal approval timelines. Drawing on best practices from organizations like the Global Fund (GFATM) and the Global Partnership for Education (GPE), the report recommends establishing formal country coordination platforms, accelerating DAE accreditation, and improving accountability through mandatory sharing of Annual Progress Reports (APRs) with NDAs.

The guide outlines a framework for financial assurance in Argentina's mining sector, emphasizing the need for funds to cover closure and post-closure costs to prevent abandoned mines. It recommends a phased approach to posting assurance based on the mine's life cycle and disturbance levels, suggests various financial instruments (such as letters of credit and surety insurance), and provides a comparative analysis of regional practices in Chile and Peru. The document also addresses the management of future risks like climate change and social transition, and proposes a transitional regime for existing operations.

The ENHANCE project (2017-2020) focused on integrating the EU Eco-Management and Audit Scheme (EMAS) into regional policies to drive the transition to a circular economy. By collaborating across six European regions, the project identified 24 good practices and implemented 31 actions, primarily focusing on regulatory reliefs and promotional incentives. Key achievements include the reduction of financial guarantees for waste companies in Estonia, tax reductions for EMAS organizations in Catalonia, and the integration of EMAS as an award criterion in Austrian green public procurement. The project engaged 375 stakeholders and concluded that stakeholder involvement and clear financial incentives are critical for the successful implementation of environmental policy instruments.

The report examines youth climate advocacy in Africa, highlighting the role of civil society, government policies, and the challenges of the digital divide. It argues for a shift from tokenistic inclusion to meaningful participation, where youth are recognized as active agents of change in policymaking and implementation.

The report examines six specific policy cases from the UK, Netherlands, Sweden, Germany, and Austria to provide a roadmap for decarbonising the non-ETS transport and buildings sectors in CEE countries. It uses a participatory transferability assessment involving experts from Poland, Czech Republic, Slovakia, Hungary, Romania, and Bulgaria to identify regional barriers and opportunities for 'leap-frogging' to best practices.

The report analyzes climate policy performance in the transport and buildings sectors across CEE countries, highlighting specific successful initiatives. In transport, it identifies Romania's 'Rabla' car scrappage scheme, Hungary's Jedlik Ányos Action Plan for electric vehicles, Poland's electric bus rollout, Slovakia's railway modernization, and the Czech Republic's integrated public transport laws as regional benchmarks. In the buildings sector, it highlights Romania's EIB-financed thermal insulation, Slovakia's long-term retrofit support, Poland's solar collector promotion, and the Czech Republic's heat pump subsidies. The document argues that these 'first mover' experiences can be transferred across the region to accelerate the low-emission transition.

The report argues that wealth and wellbeing depend on natural capital—the stock of renewable and non-renewable resources that provide essential ecosystem services. It highlights that natural capital can account for 30% to 50% of national wealth in various countries, yet traditional GDP measures fail to capture this value. The document outlines how governments can generate societal returns (e.g., poverty reduction and public health), economic returns (e.g., business resilience and green infrastructure), and environmental returns (e.g., ecological resilience). To scale these benefits, the report proposes twelve specific levers for government action, ranging from implementing UN-SEEA accounting frameworks and creating public-private partnerships to mainstreaming natural capital into macro indicators and implementing mandatory non-financial disclosures.

The paper analyzes various infrastructure banks, such as the European Investment Bank and the UK's Green Investment Bank, to identify effective financial instruments and operational models. It argues that infrastructure banks should prioritize financially viable, sustainable projects that offer high socioeconomic multipliers while avoiding the crowding out of private capital. Key recommendations include tapping capital markets, providing technical assistance for project preparation, and utilizing risk-sharing instruments to leverage limited public resources.

The document outlines five key conclusions for developing countries creating INDCs: treating them as political statements, establishing clear structures, leveraging existing policies, conducting broad consultations, and planning for implementation. It emphasizes the need to balance ambition with feasibility, often through a combination of unilateral and conditional contributions, while aligning climate actions with national development priorities and Sustainable Development Goals.

The report details strategies for achieving political commitment and sectoral integration in National Adaptation Plan (NAP) processes, based on a workshop with representatives from 14 countries. It identifies three dimensions of political support—expressed, institutional, and budgetary—and proposes framing adaptation as complementary to existing development goals to avoid 'initiative overload'. The document outlines a spectrum of integration approaches, ranging from sector-driven to nationally-driven, and emphasizes the necessity of strong in-country coordination and south-south cooperation to ensure climate-resilient development.

The report analyzes EGS programs in the UK, Australia, France, Switzerland, the US, and Canada, emphasizing the shift from regulatory approaches to economic incentives. It highlights the importance of multifunctionality, geographic targeting, and public accountability. For Manitoba, it recommends a consolidated, watershed-based approach incorporating performance measurement and adaptive management.

The report examines ten indigenous carbon market projects across Canada, the United States, Australia, New Zealand, and Mexico. It highlights diverse methodologies—including afforestation, avoided deforestation, and traditional fire management—to demonstrate how carbon revenues can support environmental, cultural, and economic goals. The document identifies systemic challenges such as a lack of federal policy, difficulties with third-party verification of tribal land governance, and the technical complexity of proving 'additionality'. It recommends participatory planning, the use of voluntary markets for 'co-benefits', and the development of indigenous-specific verification resources to ensure local ownership and sustainability.

The report outlines key observations from a virtual consultation on sustainable development partnerships, emphasizing that success depends on a compelling motive, shared vision, and the ability to move from information sharing to action. It identifies various partnership typologies—including public education, issues-based, community development, and resource management—and highlights the critical need for equitable treatment of southern partners. The document argues for a shift from 'short burst project funding' to sustained support and notes a significant gap between local-level success and the ability to influence national or international policy.