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The document outlines the legal right of communities to participate in environmental decision-making for onshore oil and gas projects. It details the two primary phases of the EIA process—Scoping and the Environmental and Social Impact Assessment (ESIA)—and provides a structured set of questions to help citizens identify impacts on health, water, livelihoods, and climate change when submitting formal comments.

The Leslie Hill Succulent Karoo Trust, managed by WWF South Africa, provides this manual to facilitate public access to its records and ensure the protection of personal information. It outlines the procedures for requesting records, the associated fees, and the rights of data subjects under South African law.

The Table Mountain Fund, managed by WWF South Africa, has published a manual to facilitate requests for information and the protection of personal data. The document outlines the legal framework, the process for requesting records, the associated fees, and the categories of data processed. It specifies that the Trust's objectives include developing projects aligned with the Cape Action for People and the Environment (C.A.P.E.) and addressing high biodiversity areas, with funding supporting projects in the Cape Peninsula and the wider Cape Floral Kingdom.

The GCF Accreditation Framework outlines the requirements and processes for national, regional, and international organizations to become Accredited Entities (AEs). It defines two primary access paths—Direct Access Entities (DAEs) and International Access Entities (IAEs)—and details a five-step institutional accreditation process: nomination, pre-screening, application, screening, and Board approval. The framework emphasizes national ownership, fiduciary standards, and environmental and social safeguards (ESS), while providing capacity-building support through the Readiness Programme to help developing countries and their local organizations meet these standards.

The document outlines the South African legal requirement for companies to obtain Environmental Authorisation (EA) through an EIA or ESIA process before starting oil and gas exploration or production. It explains the stages of the assessment—including scoping and impact assessment—and provides a structured set of questions to help community members articulate concerns regarding livelihoods, health, marine access, biodiversity, cultural practices, and climate change.

The document outlines the GCF's procurement process for RFPs, detailing the use of the Oracle Supplier Portal, the 'two-envelope' system for separating technical and financial proposals, and the evaluation criteria based on a combination of points and cost. It specifies communication protocols, submission deadlines, and the legal status of the GCF, including tax exemptions in the Republic of Korea. The guide also defines rules regarding conflicts of interest, the use of former employees, and the requirements for joint ventures.

The document outlines the GCF's RFQ process, specifying that quotations are assessed on a pass/fail basis and then rated by cost. It details the use of the GCF Oracle Supplier Portal for registration and submission, communication protocols restricted to the Head of Procurement, and strict rules regarding quotation validity (90 days), prohibited file formats, and ethical conduct. It also clarifies the GCF's tax-exempt status in the Republic of Korea and the requirement for all official communications to be in English.

The document serves as a manual for citizen monitors under the COMPACT project, a joint initiative by PARI, SALGA, and Integrity Action funded by the European Union. It outlines a six-step monitoring journey designed to improve service delivery—with a specific focus on water and sanitation—by training citizens to oversee municipal projects, engage stakeholders, and resolve issues through constructive dialogue. The guide provides detailed instructions on using KoboToolbox for data collection, exercising the right to information under the Promotion of Access to Information Act (PAIA), and implementing safety protocols (HEVOO) during site visits.

The document serves as a manual for community monitors under the COMPACT project, a collaboration between PARI, SALGA, and Integrity Action funded by the European Union from February 2022 to January 2026. It outlines a six-step monitoring process designed to increase local government accountability and improve service delivery, specifically focusing on water and sanitation. The guide details how to engage stakeholders, use the KoboToolbox app for data collection, and exercise legal rights to access information via the Promotion of Access to Information Act (PAIA). It also provides technical checklists for monitoring water infrastructure projects and strategies for conflict resolution and communication with government officials and contractors.

This document is a PAIA Manual published in October 2023 by the Centre for Environmental Rights (CER), a non-profit law clinic based in Cape Town. The manual outlines the procedures and categories of information available to the public in accordance with the Promotion of Access to Information Act, 2000 (PAIA) and the Protection of Personal Information Act 4 of 2013 (POPIA), ensuring transparency and the exercise of environmental rights.

The Climate Bonds Standard and Certification Scheme provides a voluntary labelling mechanism for debt instruments, assets, and entities to verify their alignment with climate goals, specifically limiting global temperature rise to 1.5°C. The scheme has certified over USD270bn of Use of Proceeds Green Bonds since 2012. Certification is based on science-based eligibility criteria and is verified by independent Climate Bonds Approved Verifiers, with oversight provided by an international Climate Bonds Standard Board. For Use of Proceeds (UoP) instruments, certification is available for single debt instruments or programmatic issuances, covering both capital expenditure (Capex) and operational expenditure (Opex) for eligible green or transition assets. The process involves pre-issuance applications—requiring a Green Bond Framework, Certification Agreement, Certification Information Form, and Verification Report—followed by post-issuance verification to maintain the label's validity.

The Climate Bonds Standard and Certification Scheme provides a voluntary labelling system for investments and assets consistent with limiting global temperature rise to 1.5C. The guide details the asset certification process, distinguishing between static and dynamic certifications, and specifies the requirements for Level 1 Certification, which applies to assets aligned with 1.5 degree pathways.

The Climate Bonds Initiative provides a certification scheme for entities to validate their climate credentials and transition plans. Certification is available at two levels: Level 1 for entities already aligned with 1.5°C pathways, and Level 2 for those with transition plans predicting alignment by 2030. To be eligible, at least 90% of an entity's activities must be 'Eligible Activities' based on existing Sector Criteria. Certification is valid for five years, requiring annual verification by an approved verifier, and is restricted to non-financial corporate entities.

The guidelines detail the requirements for SAP funding proposals, which are designed for projects with minimal environmental and social risks and a maximum GCF funding request of USD 25 million. The document outlines a five-section proposal structure covering project summaries, detailed design, financing, investment criteria performance, and mandatory annexes. It emphasizes the need for a clear theory of change, a strong climate rationale, and evidence of country ownership and paradigm shift potential. The manual also specifies the roles of accredited entities (AEs) and executing entities (EEs), the necessity of no-objection letters from national designated authorities, and the requirement for detailed budget plans and risk assessments.

The document serves as a practical guide for civil society organisations (CSOs) in Serbia to navigate the complex legal framework of spatial and urban planning. It details the hierarchy of planning documents—from the national Spatial Plan of the Republic of Serbia to Detailed Regulation Plans—and outlines the stages of their adoption, including early public inspection and expert control. Through three case studies (Kučaj-Beljanica, Ovčarsko-Kablarska klisura, and Parkovi Vrnjačke Banje), the manual illustrates common illegalities, such as the disregard for conservation studies and the manipulation of building heights to bypass ministerial jurisdiction. It emphasizes the importance of networking, precise legal argumentation in objections, and the strategic use of access-to-information requests to prevent environmental degradation and policy capture.

The document explains the Global Stocktake (GST) as a collective assessment of progress toward the Paris Agreement's goals, detailing its iterative cycle of information gathering, technical evaluation, and outcome review. It emphasizes the role of adaptation, highlighting the need for a global Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) system and the importance of inputs from developing nations through National Adaptation Plans (NAPs) and voluntary communications to drive global adaptation ambition.

The document explains the Global Stocktake (GST) as an iterative process to assess collective progress toward the Paris Agreement's goals. It details the three-stage cycle—information collection, technical assessment, and outcome review—and emphasizes how adaptation efforts, including National Adaptation Plans (NAPs) and Adaptation Communications (AdComs), inform the process. The briefing highlights the importance of national monitoring, evaluation, and learning (MEL) systems in providing high-quality data to the GST and encourages developing countries to use voluntary communications to ensure their priorities and subnational actions are represented.

The Travel & Expense Procedures (Version 3.0) establish the operational rules for claiming business expenses at FSD Africa. It mandates that all spending be "reasonable and necessary" and aligned with a "pro-poor mission." The document details specific reimbursement caps for meals, rules for alcohol and telephone usage, and the requirement for original receipts. It also includes specific protocols for travel during the Covid-19 pandemic and a carbon footprint statement aimed at reducing and offsetting CO2 emissions from business travel.

The document outlines how federal agencies implement laws through regulations, detailing the legal obligations for content and process, the role of public commentary, and the influence of the White House via the Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs (OIRA).

The document outlines the operational framework for the IAI's Conference of the Parties, detailing the roles of participants, the structure of sessions, and the processes for electing the Executive Director and members of the Scientific Advisory Committee (SAC) and the Science and Policy Advisory Committee (SPAC). It specifies that the CoP generally meets annually, operates primarily by consensus, and requires a quorum of half of the active Parties for plenary sessions. The rules also cover the management of agendas, the appointment of observers, and the procedures for amending both the internal regulations and the Agreement for the Creation of the IAI.