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The report outlines a strategic vision for Canada to become a global leader in knowledge sharing by 2010, emphasizing the integration of ICTs into foreign policy. It proposes 'packaging' Canadian expertise in health, environment, and governance for international use and calls for a shift toward a knowledge-based approach to sustainable development. Key recommendations include building partnerships with the private sector, enhancing capacity for global dialogue, and focusing on primary education and health care systems.

The document maps the decisions of the Katowice Climate Package, specifically focusing on the modalities, procedures, and guidelines (MPGs) for the enhanced transparency framework. It details the requirements for Biennial Transparency Reports (BTRs), the process for Technical Expert Reviews (TER), and the Facilitative Multilateral Consideration of Progress (FMCP). The guide also outlines accounting standards for NDCs, the role of the Global Stocktake, and support mechanisms for developing countries, such as the Capacity Building Initiative for Transparency (CBIT).

The document details the experience of LTS International in supporting Ethiopia's water sector to prepare for Green Climate Fund (GCF) applications. It emphasizes the importance of aligning GCF requirements with existing national planning practices, balancing technocratic 'best fit' criteria with national political priorities, and ensuring cross-sectoral involvement of technical staff beyond environment specialists. Additionally, it highlights the need for government experts to lead the writing process to build lasting capacity, supported by a continuous dialogue and gap analysis.

The guide outlines nine critical questions for planning a successful climate knowledge platform, emphasizing the need for clear objectives, a distinct niche, and a deep understanding of the target audience. It highlights that content quality is the most important factor for engagement and stresses the necessity of proper staffing, clear governance, and a sustainable business model to avoid the common failure of platforms where initial enthusiasm fades and traffic dries up.

The document analyzes the mechanisms for recipient countries to access climate finance directly, distinguishing between 'direct access' (oversight and management at the national level) and 'enhanced direct access' (where funding decisions also occur nationally). It highlights that institutional capacity, particularly meeting fiduciary standards, is the primary barrier for developing countries. Drawing on the Adaptation Fund and GEF, the brief notes that while some countries like Belize and Jamaica have successfully achieved accreditation, many others struggle with complex application processes, language barriers, and a lack of documented project management track records. The brief recommends that the GCF define its access modalities quickly, learn from existing funds, and consider conditional accreditation for institutions already approved by other climate funds.

The document details the development of a climate change and sustainable development master's curriculum by a consortium of 23 academics from six universities in southern Africa. It identifies key pedagogical and operational challenges, recommending early alignment on curriculum principles, pilot testing of templates, and increased face-to-face collaboration to overcome the frustrations of virtual communication. The process resulted in a Curriculum Framework, a curriculum consisting of seven modules, and supporting courseware, which were praised by external experts for their logic and explicit learning outcomes.

The document details a project supporting Mozambique in modelling low-emissions scenarios using the Long-range Energy Alternatives Planning System (LEAP) and the REDD Abacus model. Focusing on agriculture and energy, the project found that switching to solar-powered irrigation and agroforestry could significantly reduce emissions. These integrated scenarios were used to inform the country's next NDC. The project also emphasized national capacity building and peer learning through the Africa LEDS project, sharing findings with other nations like Ghana.

The case study examines 'The Economics of Adaptation, Water Security and Climate Resilient Development in Africa' programme (2013-2015), which trained over 130 professionals across eight African nations. It highlights the effectiveness of combining professional workshops with mandatory Action Plans and mentor-mentee relationships to bridge the gap between training and implementation. Key outcomes included the integration of climate change into Tunisia's national planning terms of reference and the approval of a flood management project in Maputo, Mozambique.

The document consists of personal reflections from CDKN staff and partners on the impact of Professor Saleemul Huq (1952-2023). It highlights his role as a champion of climate justice, his commitment to mentoring young climate professionals, and his advocacy for southern leadership and locally-led adaptation. Contributors emphasize his generosity, his ability to center the voices of the 'majority world' in global climate negotiations, and his instrumental role in creating learning events such as the Community-based Adaptation (CBA) conference and Gobeshona.

The CDKN Innovation Fund (Round 2) offers a total of GBP200,000, split into two awards of up to GBP100,000 each, specifically for innovation processes focused on Africa. Eligible applications must be led by an African organization and include at least two partners, with the majority of funds allocated to African institutions. The fund prioritizes 'demand-led' projects with demonstrated government buy-in and excludes fully-fledged research proposals, instead seeking interactive processes that produce outputs like policy briefs or road maps.

The document argues that national governments are essential for climate adaptation as they provide the finance, strategic oversight, legal authority, and institutional capacity required to drive action. To support local resilience, the text suggests integrating climate considerations into national planning, building institutional capacity through transparency and information sharing, and utilizing local champions and networks to bridge the gap between national policy and local realities. It highlights specific tools such as the Caribbean Climate Online Risk and Adaptation tool (CCORAL) and the ARIA toolkit used in Trinidad and Tobago and Saint Lucia.

The document outlines the critical role of Caribbean governments in driving climate resilience through the integration of climate risks into national planning, the building of institutional capacity, and the translation of national policies into local action via local actor networks.

The document examines the integration of climate resilience into the urban planning of Gorakhpur, India. It highlights the city's vulnerability to flooding and heatwaves, and details the process of developing a climate-resilient urban plan through the collaboration of local government, technical experts, and community stakeholders. Key efforts include mapping climate risks, improving drainage systems, and enhancing the capacity of local institutions to manage climate-related disasters.

The 'Shubh Kal' pilot project tested a communication model in Bundelkhand, Central India, using community radio to connect vulnerable farmers with scientific and government experts. By training 35 radio reporters in climate change journalism, the project produced 12 radio shows per station using an 'infotainment' approach in local dialects. Findings indicate that the project improved reporters' technical knowledge and confidence, increased farmer awareness of adaptation measures like organic composting and rainwater harvesting, and provided scientists with insights into traditional farming knowledge. The project concluded that community radio can effectively facilitate two-way communication to support climate-resilient development.

The document introduces Minimum Standards for local climate-smart Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) to move beyond 'business as usual' by incorporating changing climate risks into local planning. These standards are designed as practical, achievable goals for communities with limited support, serving as a bridge to national adaptation strategies. The framework is organized into four themes: information flow and capacity development, project planning and implementation, monitoring, evaluation and learning, and awareness raising and policy dialogue. It includes specific roles for civil society organizations (CSOs) and government authorities to create an enabling environment for these standards. Developed through the Partners for Resilience (PfR) programme and consultations in Indonesia, the standards aim to ensure that local DRR contributes meaningfully to climate change adaptation.

The WACDEP capacity development programme (2012-2015) trained approximately 140 participants across eight African countries to identify and implement 'no/low regret' investments for water security. The programme emphasized national ownership, the use of local trainers, and the integration of training with active national policy processes. Key results included the enhancement of Burkina Faso's National Adaptation Planning process, the development of a funded urban flood management project in Maputo, Mozambique, and the revision of water and land planning Terms of Reference in Tunisia. The brief concludes that decentralised management and mentor-supported learning are critical for translating capacity building into tangible development outcomes.

The document outlines a three-step process for NDC implementation: preparatory work, plan elaboration, and execution. It emphasizes a holistic approach across five key modules: governance, mitigation, adaptation, finance, and measurement, reporting, and verification (MRV). The guide stresses the importance of integrating climate actions into national development planning, ensuring gender sensitivity, and aligning with Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

The Climate Knowledge Brokers (CKB) Group, supported by a Coordination Hub at REEEP, operates as a community of practice for approximately 400 brokers across 60 countries. Between 2014 and 2017, the group focused on professionalizing the role of climate knowledge brokering through the 2015 Climate Knowledge Brokers Manifesto, peer-learning workshops, and the development of digital tools like Climate Tagger and Climate Search. The group emphasizes collaboration over competition to ensure decision-makers have access to tailored, high-quality climate information.

The document establishes a framework for Canada, Mexico, and the United States to enhance trilateral regulatory cooperation regarding chemicals. The goal is to safeguard health and the environment while maximizing trade and cost-effectiveness for governments and businesses. Key strategies include the exchange of scientific data, alignment of work programs, and capacity-building, particularly for Mexico. Specific targets for 2012 include the US assessing over 9,000 high-production volume chemicals, Canada completing assessments of high-priority substances, and Mexico developing an information system for dangerous materials. By 2020, the countries aim to have updated chemical inventories in all three nations and enhanced chemical management capacity in Mexico, aligning with the Johannesburg Plan of Implementation and the Strategic Approach to International Chemicals Management.

The document advocates for a systemic shift in global energy policy, calling for OECD countries to double ODA budgets for sustainable energy and for international financial institutions to target 20% of energy financing toward renewables and efficiency. It proposes increasing the global share of renewable energy to 10% by 2010 and improving annual energy efficiency by 2%. Additionally, it urges the elimination of fossil fuel subsidies in industrialized nations and the support of local manufacturing and capacity building for clean energy technologies in developing countries to ensure sustainable development.