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The NewClimate Institute proposes a virtual Article 6 pilot in Khovd, Mongolia, to replace coal-based district heating with ground source heat pumps (GSHP). The project aims to reduce GHG emissions and air pollution while testing the application of Article 6 carbon market mechanisms, arguing that the project is additional due to high upfront costs and low local technological maturity.

The Life After Coal Campaign, represented by the Centre for Environmental Rights, calls for the urgent promulgation of a robust Climate Change Act and the abandonment of new fossil fuel projects in South Africa. The document highlights the lack of transparency regarding greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions data from the Department of Environment, Forestry and Fisheries (DEFF) and argues that non-compliant coal-fired power stations must be decommissioned as part of a just transition. It further asserts that South Africa's current commitments under the Paris Agreement are inadequate and must be revised to align with the 1.5 degree Celsius limit to avoid severe regional climate impacts.

The report evaluates a planned public bicycle sharing (PBS) system in Dwarka, New Delhi, using the Sustainable Asset Valuation (SAVi) methodology. While a conventional cost-benefit analysis shows the system is financially deficient, the integrated SAVi analysis reveals positive net values across all demand scenarios. The most significant benefits are derived from time saved, reduced air pollution costs, and increased retail and property values. Over a 20-year period, discounted net benefits are estimated between INR 3.14 billion (~USD 44.4 million) under conservative assumptions and INR 12.19 billion (~USD 172.3 million) in a high-demand scenario. The findings suggest the PBS system supports the Delhi Master Plan 2021 and justifies investment in bicycle and road safety infrastructure.

The study develops an emission inventory for Nepal and compares a reference scenario with a mitigation policy scenario. It finds that implementing mitigation measures could significantly reduce black carbon, methane, and PM2.5 emissions by 2050, resulting in substantial health and agricultural benefits and a positive economic return.

The Climate and Health Alliance (CAHA) and Global Health and Climate Alliance (GCHA) argue that the Australian bushfires demonstrate the critical link between climate change and public health emergencies. They urge the Australian government to recognize a climate emergency, integrate public health into national carbon budgets, and phase out fossil fuels to prevent more intense bushfire seasons.

The document outlines the dangers of hydraulic fracturing, noting that in 2018, more than two thirds of Canada's natural gas was "fracked gas," primarily from Northeastern BC. It details health risks including increased incidences of preterm birth, miscarriage, and childhood leukemia (ALL), as well as environmental threats such as water contamination and induced earthquakes. The text highlights that methane leaks from fracking are 86 times more harmful to the climate than CO2 over 20 years, undermining the concept of natural gas as a "bridge fuel." It concludes by urging Canada to implement a moratorium on new wells and develop just transition plans for workers.

The document outlines the risks associated with hydraulic fracturing, specifically focusing on water and air pollution, reproductive health issues, pediatric cancers, and seismic activity. It highlights the role of methane leaks in undermining climate goals and advocates for a phased elimination of fracking wells in Canada to meet Paris Agreement commitments.

The report examines the risks associated with unconventional oil and gas extraction (PGNC), specifically hydraulic fracturing. It details significant health concerns, including adverse birth outcomes, asthma exacerbation, and potential links to childhood leukemia. Environmental risks identified include water contamination, air pollution (specifically benzene and ozone precursors), and induced seismicity. The document highlights the disproportionate impact on Indigenous populations and argues that methane leaks undermine the role of natural gas as a transition fuel, calling for a moratorium on new projects and a strategic phase-out to meet Paris Agreement goals.

The document outlines the mechanisms of the UN Human Rights Treaty Bodies (HRTBs) and provides a strategic guide for climate advocates to engage in the State reporting process. It highlights the benefits of securing non-binding but authoritative 'Concluding Observations' to pressure states, provides examples of successful interventions in countries like Argentina and Norway, and details the five-step reporting cycle from initial submission to national follow-up.

The document outlines the mechanisms of UN human rights treaty bodies (HRTBs) and provides a strategic framework for climate activists to influence state climate policies. It details the reporting cycle, the role of 'shadow reports' submitted by civil society, and the subsequent 'Concluding Observations' (COBs) issued by committees. While COBs are not legally binding, the guide argues they serve as authoritative guidance that can be leveraged in national advocacy, media campaigns, and litigation. It provides specific examples of recommendations made to countries like Argentina, Norway, and Spain regarding fossil fuels and air pollution.

The report assesses a proposed Public Bicycle Sharing (PBS) system in Dwarka, New Delhi, using the SAVi methodology to value nine externalities. While a conventional cost-benefit analysis shows the project is financially deficient due to high capital and operational costs relative to user fees, the integrated SAVi analysis reveals significant societal net benefits across three demand scenarios. These benefits include improved public health, reduced air and noise pollution, lower CO2 emissions, and increased retail and property values. The findings suggest that the PBS system is a worthwhile investment from a societal perspective and provides benchmark values for the municipality to invest in supporting bicycle and safety infrastructure.

The Canadian Association of Physicians for the Environment (CAPE) argues that Canada's post-COVID-19 economic recovery should prioritize decarbonization to protect human health and ensure economic stability. The report outlines a path to net-zero emissions by 2050, projecting that meeting climate targets would save approximately 112,000 lives between 2030 and 2050 due to air quality improvements and increase clean jobs from 210,000 in 2020 to 1.5 million by 2050. Key recommendations include legislating a net-zero 2050 target, decarbonizing electricity and transit by 2040, and transitioning buildings and healthcare to net-zero by 2050. The report also emphasizes the health risks of fossil fuel investments, the need for a just transition for workers, and the importance of nature-based solutions for climate mitigation and mental health.

The report finds that while India has shifted significant public resources toward clean energy since FY 2014, fossil fuel subsidies in FY 2019 remained over seven times larger than those for alternative energy. Key trends include a 65% increase in oil and gas subsidies between FY 2017 and FY 2019, a 35% decrease in renewable energy subsidies due to falling costs and policy constraints, and a rapid increase in electric vehicle support. The authors recommend further swapping fossil fuel resources for clean energy, targeting consumption subsidies for energy access, and addressing the full net costs of coal.

The IISD database serves as a tool for estimating the financial performance of infrastructure assets by accounting for systemic costs and benefits often omitted in conventional assessments. It contains 2,057 entries across five categories: environmental externalities (1,059), social externalities (291), governance externalities (4), direct costs (192), and climate risks (511). The database covers infrastructure types including transport, energy, water management, materials management, building, mining, and nature-based infrastructures, and is used to support the SAVi simulation service and SAVi Academy training.

The submission argues for a paradigm shift toward people-centered development and rights-based conservation, emphasizing the need to decentralize power and energy systems. It highlights the role of indigenous peoples and local communities (IPLCs) in preventing habitat loss and calls for the formal recognition of Indigenous and Community Conserved Areas (ICCAs). The document specifically critiques large-scale extractivism and infrastructure projects in Kenya, such as the Marsabit wind power plant and Lamu coal plant, advocating for Free, Prior and Informed Consent (FPIC) and the integration of traditional knowledge. It also links the COVID-19 pandemic to environmental degradation, suggesting that the global coordination used to fight the virus should be redirected toward addressing the planetary crisis.

The report finds that while all surveyed infrastructure investors use ESG scoring frameworks, integration is most prevalent in qualitative evaluation and post-investment monitoring, with less emphasis on valuation modelling. Key drivers for ESG integration include financial returns, risk management, and brand reputation. Greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and physical climate risks are the most integrated factors, particularly in the energy, utilities, and transport sectors, whereas biodiversity remains the least integrated due to quantification challenges. The report notes a shift from simple negative screening toward a more nuanced approach where investors may acquire unsustainable assets to finance their transition to sustainability.

The document argues that because fossil fuel combustion drives both climate change and air pollution, well-designed carbon pricing—such as taxes, emission trading systems, and the removal of subsidies—can reduce both greenhouse gases and local pollutants. It emphasizes that the short-term health benefits of improved air quality often outweigh the costs of climate policy, which can help build broader political support. The author advocates for a holistic policy approach across all sectors and governance levels, involving multidisciplinary research to avoid unintended consequences, such as chemical reactions caused by partial pollutant reduction.

The 2019 Global Climate and Health Summit agenda outlines a day of plenary sessions and breakout workshops held on December 7, 2019, in Madrid. The event featured international health officials, youth leaders, and policymakers discussing climate-health challenges, financing, and urban leadership. Specific thematic sessions focused on sustainable food systems, air pollution, and health equity.

The Canadian Association of Physicians for the Environment calls for urgent federal action to treat climate change as a public health emergency, advocating for a target-based plan to limit warming to 1.5°C to protect Canadian health and reduce healthcare costs.

The briefing examines the shared origins of air pollution and climate change, primarily fossil fuel combustion, and advocates for integrated policy frameworks. It details the significant health and economic burdens of air pollution, particularly in urban areas and for vulnerable groups. The text demonstrates that the health co-benefits of climate mitigation, such as carbon pricing, often outweigh the policy costs. It provides examples of coordinated efforts in Chile, California, the EU, Madrid, and London, while warning that uncoordinated policies—such as incentivizing diesel vehicles for lower CO2 or installing SO2 filters that reduce plant efficiency—can create counterproductive outcomes.