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This report, published by the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (iai) and Latinoamérica21, examines the multifaceted impacts of climate change across Latin America and the Caribbean. It highlights the vulnerability of rural women, the disruption of education by extreme weather, and the drivers of climate-induced migration. The document advocates for a transition toward transdisciplinary science and participatory governance, particularly in water management and public health, to address the socio-ecological crises of the Anthropocene.

This report examines the environmental impacts of land use change (LUC) in the La Plata Basin, with a specific focus on the Brazilian Cerrado. It analyzes how the expansion of international commodities, forestry, cattle ranching, and biofuel crops—particularly sugarcane—affects soil carbon stocks and overall soil quality. The document highlights the role of agricultural technology in enabling this expansion and evaluates different management practices, such as no-tillage and the elimination of pre-harvest burning, to mitigate carbon loss and soil degradation.

This report details the development, reach, and future certification plans for the 'Impacts of Climate Change and Global Change in Latin America' Massive Open Online Course (MOOC), created by the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI) and Dr. Arturo Sanchez-Azofeifa.

The MAP-FIRE project, funded by the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research, focuses on quantifying fire risk and developing adaptation strategies for the Amazonian states of Madre de Dios (Peru), Acre (Brazil), and Pando (Bolivia). The project has developed near-real-time monitoring platforms for fire and air quality, produced technical reports on the links between fire, deforestation, and the COVID-19 pandemic, and implemented science communication initiatives for academics and students.

This fact sheet from the Institute for Economic Justice outlines the vulnerabilities of South African agriculture to climate change, predicting significant temperature increases, water scarcity, and socio-economic disruptions. It emphasizes that small-scale farmers and marginalized groups are most at risk and advocates for a just transition toward agro-ecological practices and resource redistribution.

This report evaluates UNESCO's Community Multimedia Centres (CMC) initiative, which integrates community radio broadcasting with telecentre services (Internet and ICTs) to support community development. The evaluation, conducted by the International Institute for Sustainable Development in 2005, examines 39 pilot CMCs across Africa, South Asia, and the Caribbean. It concludes that the hybrid model is an outstanding success in promoting social inclusion and cultural resilience, though it identifies challenges regarding financial sustainability, volunteer management, and internal UNESCO coordination.

This briefing, based on a June 2020 virtual roundtable by CEEW and IISD, analyzes the impacts of COVID-19 on India's electricity sector. It details the financial distress of distribution companies (DISCOMs), the operational challenges faced by thermal and renewable energy producers, and the government's proposed recovery measures, including a stimulus package and loan terms from PFC-REC.

This briefing note by the International Institute for Sustainable Development examines the disruptive effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on employment within the large-scale mining sector. It analyzes immediate impacts on direct and indirect labor, the role of national lockdown policies, and the long-term structural shifts toward automation and localized supply chains, while providing recommendations for building future resilience.

This briefing note by the International Institute for Sustainable Development examines the impact of fossil-fuel subsidy reforms on small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Indonesia. It argues that while SMEs are generally less energy-intensive than large enterprises, they are more vulnerable to price shocks due to lower coping capacities and a heavy reliance on low-income consumers who are most affected by fuel-driven inflation.

This briefing by the International Institute for Sustainable Development and CUTS International, Geneva, provides an update on the World Trade Organization (WTO) Informal Working Group (IWG) on Micro, Small, and Medium-Sized Enterprises (MSMEs) from June to December 2020. It details the disproportionate impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on MSMEs, particularly those led by women, and outlines a package of six recommendations and declarations adopted by the IWG in December 2020 to improve MSME integration into the multilateral trading system.

This fact sheet by the International Institute for Sustainable Development details the economic impact and growth potential of the natural infrastructure sector in Manitoba and across the Canadian Prairies, highlighting its role in addressing water infrastructure gaps and increasing climate resilience.

The report 'État de la gouvernance environnementale mondiale 2020' examines the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on international environmental governance, the shift to virtual negotiations, and the resulting effects on climate and biodiversity goals. It highlights the challenges of maintaining political momentum and scientific output during lockdowns while noting that the pandemic underscored the interconnectedness of human health and environmental degradation.

The SUNCASA (Scaling Urban Nature-based Solutions for Climate Adaptation in Sub-Saharan Africa) project is a USD 22 million initiative managed by the International Institute for Sustainable Development (IISD) and the World Resources Institute (WRI) to improve climate resilience in urban communities in Ethiopia, Rwanda, and South Africa through gender-responsive nature-based solutions (NbS).

This policy brief evaluates a multi-year intervention (2012–2019) in Touwsranten, South Africa, which combined four Parenting for Lifelong Health (PLH) programmes with a social activation process. While the study observed reductions in parenting stress and improvements in children's mental health, it found that systemic issues—including intimate partner violence, substance misuse, and poor adult mental health—undermined the ability to achieve a community-wide shift toward positive parenting.

This fact sheet, produced by Natural Justice in September 2025, provides information regarding Total Energies' (TEEPSA) proposed oil and gas exploration drilling in the southern part of the Deepwater Orange Basin (DWOB) block off the coast of South Africa. It outlines the planned technical activities, potential environmental and socio-economic impacts, and the legal process for public participation and comment.

This report details the achievements of the African Activists for Climate Justice (AACJ) project in Senegal, implemented by a consortium including Natural Justice, PACJA, Oxfam, AYC, and RECODEF. Funded by the Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the project (May 2021 – December 2025) aims to democratize climate change debates, influence public policy, and promote inter- and intra-generational climate justice through community participation and legal empowerment.

This document is a presentation by Natural Justice (NJ), an African organization dedicated to social and environmental justice. It outlines the organization's mission to protect the collective rights of indigenous peoples and local communities through a "Litigation Plus" approach, which integrates legal empowerment, research, policy influence, and strategic litigation. The document details NJ's activities in 2024, highlighting legal victories against extractive industries, efforts to secure land tenure, and the protection of environmental defenders across Africa.

This policy brief examines the impact of Chinese investments in Tanzania's plastic recycling industry and the subsequent effects of China's 2018 import ban on waste materials. It highlights how Chinese firms have facilitated technology transfer and local business growth, while also noting significant environmental and health risks and a potential decline in local waste sourcing due to the import of cleaner waste from Europe and the US.

This report examines the impact of energy efficiency on electricity demand for cooling appliances in households at risk. It highlights that while expanding cooling access could significantly increase energy needs, the adoption of best-available technologies and passive building strategies can offset this demand and support sustainable energy transitions.

This report outlines the critical cooling and cold chain needs in Ghana across three primary sectors: food, nutrition and agriculture; health services; and human comfort and safety in the built environment. It details the economic and health impacts of inadequate cooling, such as significant food waste, vaccine distribution failures, and rising heat-related mortality, while highlighting the inefficiency of current air-conditioning infrastructure.