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Carbon Market Watch calls for the inclusion of independent grievance mechanisms and rights-based safeguards in the Article 6 implementation guidelines to prevent the human rights and environmental violations seen under the Clean Development Mechanism (CDM).

The document asserts that the current 'Climate Finance Paradigm' used by Multilateral Development Banks (MDBs)—which focuses on maximizing finance for mitigation and adaptation—is insufficient. It proposes a 'Paris Alignment Paradigm' that requires MDBs to align their entire portfolios with the Paris Agreement, mainstream adaptation across all operations, and assist countries in strengthening their Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs). The report emphasizes that MDBs and shareholders should commit to a zero-emissions energy sector and overall net-zero CO2 emissions by 2050, working with clients to find renewable alternatives to emission-intensive activities.

The Canadian Association of Physicians for the Environment argues that Canada's history of missing greenhouse gas reduction targets necessitates a legislated accountability framework. While acknowledging the Pan-Canadian Framework on Clean Growth and Climate Change (PCF) as a first step, the authors contend that a proposed $20 million 'Institute' for expert advice is insufficient because it lacks legal permanence and a mandate for government response. They propose five specific requirements: enshrining accountability in law, creating a public expert committee, implementing 5-year carbon budgets, focusing the committee's mandate on assessing government progress, and requiring the government to formally respond to committee reports. The document cites the United Kingdom's 2008 Climate Change Act as a successful model of such transparency and accountability.

The document outlines how the 2021-2027 EU budget can support climate targets by prioritising zero-emission investments in the Connecting Europe Facility and European Regional Development Fund, ensuring 100% of ETS auctioning revenues used as Own Resources are invested in climate projects, and revising the European Tax Directive to reflect the climate impact of transport fuels.

The document urges EU Fisheries Ministers to set 2019 Total Allowable Catches (TACs) within scientifically advised levels to meet the Common Fisheries Policy (CFP) goals by 2020. It recommends that TACs not exceed Maximum Sustainable Yield (MSY) or precautionary approach limits, calls for the correct implementation of the landing obligation through robust catch documentation like CCTV, and demands greater transparency in the TAC-setting process through public justification of any limits set above scientific advice.

The document outlines NGO recommendations for 2019 fishing opportunities in the Northeast Atlantic and North Sea, urging the Council to set Total Allowable Catches (TACs) within scientifically advised levels to meet the Common Fisheries Policy's Maximum Sustainable Yield (MSY) objectives by 2020. It specifically addresses the risks of 'TAC rollovers', the implementation of the landing obligation, and the dangers of removing TACs or introducing 'bycatch TACs' for stocks with zero catch advice. The NGOs also call for increased transparency in the Council's decision-making process and the alignment of management areas with scientific assessment units.

The document argues that replacing high-cost equity with lower-cost corporate debt or securitized bonds can reduce consumer rate increases associated with the early retirement of fossil fuel plants. It examines the trade-offs between shareholder returns and consumer costs, suggesting that refinancing 'regulatory assets' can mitigate stranded asset risks and accelerate the transition to clean energy resources like wind and solar.

The report analyzes the consumption-based greenhouse gas emissions of Umeå residents, finding an average footprint of 9.77 tonnes CO2e per person for survey participants (aged 20-84), which scales to 7.6 tonnes CO2e per person for the total population. Travel, particularly aviation and car use, is identified as the primary emission source, followed by food. The report identifies 'hotspots' including meat consumption, aviation, and housing energy, and recommends administrative, economic, and informative policy tools to reduce these impacts.

The author contends that Horizon Europe, the EU's primary research and innovation financing tool for 2021-2027, requires a higher budget and stricter climate-proofing to support the transition to a carbon-neutral economy. Key recommendations include increasing the climate-spending target to at least 40%, explicitly excluding funding for fossil fuel projects, raising the total budget to €120 billion, and creating stronger synergies with the Innovation Fund to bridge the gap between research and market deployment.

The We Mean Business Coalition urges governments at COP24 to accelerate the transition to a low-carbon economy by setting bold targets and clear timelines. The coalition emphasizes the need for a just transition involving tripartite social dialogue and investment in worker retraining. Specifically, it calls for full government participation in the Talanoa Dialogue to update nationally determined contribution (NDC) targets and the creation of a strong Paris rulebook featuring a global stocktake, common NDC implementation periods, an enhanced transparency framework, and guidelines to protect carbon market integrity.

The report argues that the Northern Territory Government must implement an evidence-based climate policy, including a net zero emissions target by 2050 and a comprehensive adaptation strategy, while engaging all sectors to achieve a people-centred low-carbon transition using existing technology and expertise.

The document outlines requirements for the post-2020 biodiversity goals following the Aichi Biodiversity Targets. It advocates for the inclusion of Indigenous Peoples, local communities, women, and youth in the decision-making process. The authors argue that unlimited economic growth is incompatible with environmental preservation and call for the removal of corporate control over public policy and financial instruments. Furthermore, the statement rejects the use of biodiversity offsets and single biodiversity metrics, suggesting that goals must include qualitative aspects and divestment from destructive projects.

The document calls for the Convention on Biological Diversity to replace the Aichi Biodiversity Targets with a framework based on planetary limits, emphasizing the need for full participation from indigenous peoples, local communities, and civil society. It argues against the use of voluntary pledges, biodiversity metrics, and offsetting, while advocating for the limitation of corporate influence and the divestment from destructive activities.

Carbon Market Watch argues that Article 6.2 of the Paris Agreement must be designed as a set of mandatory rules for all credit transfers to avoid undermining climate ambition. The brief recommends that Internationally Transferred Mitigation Outcomes (ITMOs) be limited to project-based emission reductions, excluding sector-based approaches and Emissions Trading System (ETS) allowances. To prevent double counting, the author advocates for corresponding adjustments at the first point of transfer and the creation of a publicly accessible international transaction log covering both UNFCCC and non-UNFCCC mechanisms.

The document argues for a fundamental shift from 'zero-sum offsetting' to a 'results based climate finance' (RBCF) model for the Article 6.4 mechanism. It recommends strict environmental integrity criteria, including a partial cancellation rate for credits and the exclusion of emission removals. To prevent the carry-over of failures from the Kyoto Protocol, it proposes a full re-assessment of existing Clean Development Mechanism (CDM) projects and prohibits the use of pre-2020 units for post-2020 targets. The brief also emphasizes the need for independent governance, a formal grievance mechanism to protect human rights, and mandatory local stakeholder consultations.

The report advocates for a paradigm shift in global food systems, proposing a comprehensive 13-criteria framework to evaluate agricultural innovations. It positions agroecology—defined as a science, set of practices, and social movement—as the essential approach to addressing hunger, climate change, and biodiversity loss. The document contrasts agroecology with 'false solutions' like climate-smart agriculture and industrial intensification, which it claims maintain the status quo. It concludes with detailed policy recommendations for governments and international bodies, such as the FAO, to secure land rights, promote gender justice, and support small-scale producers through public investment and the protection of territorial markets.

The report analyzes 10 specific climate solutions for Kenya and Ethiopia, focusing on their potential for emission reductions, associated costs, savings, and co-benefits to inform policy recommendations.

The We Mean Business Coalition argues that vague NDCs hinder the ability of the private sector to invest in a clean energy economy. The coalition calls for the standardization of data—including base years, target years, and IPCC methodologies—and requests clarity on the domestic legislation and financial measures intended to implement these targets to ensure a just transition and a predictable regulatory environment.

The document argues that the Adaptation Fund is a unique and essential part of the international climate finance architecture that requires improved operating modalities to enhance climate resilience. It specifically highlights the insufficiency of the Clean Development Mechanism (CDM) as a funding source and recommends exploring links to Article 6 of the Paris Agreement alongside diverse new revenue streams like national ETSs and carbon taxes.

The document argues that Northeast and Mid-Atlantic states can significantly reduce CO2 pollution and consumer fuel spending by transitioning to electric vehicles and low-carbon fuels. It highlights specific targets for emissions cuts and emphasizes the need for equitable investments that prioritize polluted communities and marginalized populations.