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This research paper by the Climate Policy Initiative describes three analytical tools designed to help low and middle-income countries and their partners redirect land-use finance toward climate mitigation and adaptation. The tools aim to address the gap between the hundreds of billions spent on business-as-usual land use and the relatively small amount of finance currently dedicated to green activities.

This executive summary describes three tools developed by Climate Focus and Climate Policy Initiative to help low and middle-income governments and their partners redirect land-use finance toward green mitigation and adaptation activities. The tools aim to address the lack of data on financial flows and the prevalence of business-as-usual investments in agriculture and forestry.

This executive summary describes three tools developed by Climate Focus and the Climate Policy Initiative to help low- and middle-income governments and their partners redirect funding toward green land-use activities for climate mitigation and adaptation.

This executive summary, published by the Climate Policy Initiative in July 2015, proposes three analytical tools to help governments in low- and middle-income countries and their partners redirect financial flows toward sustainable land use. The document argues that while land use sectors generate approximately one-quarter of global greenhouse gas emissions, the vast majority of current investments support 'business-as-usual' (BAU) practices rather than 'green' activities that mitigate climate change or support adaptation.

A fact sheet by Friends of the Earth detailing how climate change and extreme weather patterns threaten the production of common Valentine's Day gifts, including chocolate, coffee, wine, flowers, and other agricultural products.

This executive summary of a 2015 study by the Climate Policy Initiative (CPI) evaluates price risk mitigation policies for Brazil's agricultural sector. The authors argue that current government-led interventions, such as direct buyouts, are inefficient and fail to meet market needs, suggesting a shift toward market-based instruments like sell options and insurance to improve productivity and economic potential.

This briefing document describes the 'From Farms to Regions' project, which developed and tested an integrated landscape assessment and decision-support tool kit to mainstream climate change adaptation into regional planning. Using southeastern Ontario as a primary study area, the project combined qualitative stakeholder engagement with quantitative geospatial modelling via the Envision platform to evaluate future agricultural and environmental scenarios through 2035.

This research paper introduces the Participatory Social Return on Investment (PSROI) framework, a bottom-up approach designed to cost and plan community-based adaptation (CBA) strategies in agriculture to ensure local needs align with institutional funding.

This report documents an outreach event held on 6 August 2014 in New Delhi, India, to communicate the findings of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) Fifth Assessment Report (AR5) to the Indian public and decision-makers. Organized by The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI) in cooperation with the IPCC and the Climate Development Knowledge Network (CDKN), the event explored the implications of AR5 for India and South Asia, focusing on vulnerability, adaptation strategies, and low-carbon development opportunities.

This executive summary describes a study on the use of seasonal forecast information (SFI) by small-scale farmers in Bundelkhand, India, as part of the CDKN-funded 'Shubh Kal' project. The research identifies key barriers within a knowledge-action system that prevent farmers from utilizing monsoon forecasts to improve agricultural productivity and mitigate climate risks.

This policy brief examines climate vulnerability and adaptation strategies for smallholder farmers in the Bacia do Jacuípe region of the Brazilian Sertão. It highlights the impact of rising temperatures and decreasing rainfall on milk productivity and evaluates the effectiveness of pilot projects implemented by the Adapta Sertão coalition to improve adaptive capacity through improved animal diets and irrigation.

This report explores the intersections between climate change, agriculture, and development, specifically analyzing conceptual frameworks and their application within the agriculture sector. It is part of a CDKN-funded project examining the use of climate compatible development (CCD) principles in African agricultural research and advisory services.

This 2014 briefing paper by the International Institute for Sustainable Development (IISD) serves as a background document for consultations regarding Manitoba's new climate change and green economy action plan. It specifically focuses on the agriculture and water sectors, detailing their contributions to greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, their vulnerability to climate change, and potential strategies for mitigation and adaptation.

A World Resources Institute (WRI) analysis indicates that the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) could increase the cost-effectiveness of its water quality improvement spending by seven to 12 times through the use of geographic and benefit-cost targeting.

This executive summary from the Climate Policy Initiative analyzes the underdeveloped state of land rental markets in Brazil. It argues that restrictive legislation and land tenure insecurity hinder the efficient use of land, which could otherwise increase agricultural productivity and reduce greenhouse gas emissions by repurposing degraded pastures.

This briefing by the International Institute for Sustainable Development examines agricultural cooperatives as a model for inclusive investment. It details the types of cooperatives, their benefits for smallholders, the role of foreign investment in reducing risk and improving skills, and the necessary government support and legal frameworks to ensure their success without undue state interference.

This fact sheet by the World Resources Institute describes the launch of the GHG Protocol's first international guidelines for the agriculture and livestock sector, providing data on global emissions sources, trends, and mitigation opportunities.

This executive summary describes a study commissioned by the Government of Nepal to assess the economic impacts of climate change on agriculture, hydroelectricity, and water-induced disasters. It estimates that current climate variability already costs Nepal 1.5% to 2% of its GDP annually, with future costs potentially adding another 2% to 3% of current GDP by mid-century.

This 2014 briefing note examines the impact of climate change on Kenya's agricultural sector, which provides over 50% of the country's foreign exchange earnings. It highlights the sector's vulnerability to droughts and floods, its role as a source of 30% of Kenya's greenhouse gas emissions (mostly from livestock), and provides guidance for businesses on adaptation and low-carbon practices. It emphasizes that while mitigation is important, the Kenyan government prioritizes food security and export earnings over emission reduction targets.

This briefing note outlines the risks and opportunities presented by climate change for the Kenyan private sector. It highlights the economic vulnerability of sectors like agriculture and tourism, discusses the role of the Kenya Private Sector Alliance (KEPSA) in supporting businesses, and provides practical strategies for adaptation and mitigation to enhance competitiveness and sustainability.