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The IGF conducted an assessment of Namibia's mining policy framework at the request of the Government of Namibia and the Ministry of Mines and Energy. The evaluation focused on six thematic areas: the Legal and Policy Environment, Financial Benefit Optimization, Socioeconomic Benefit Optimization, Environmental Management, the Post-Mining Transition, and Artisanal and Small-scale Mining (ASM). The goal was to ensure the mining sector contributes to sustainable development by maximizing national and community benefits while maintaining environmental and social standards.

A coalition of environmental and labor organizations calls on the Canadian government to maintain or strengthen draft methane regulations for the oil and gas sector to meet 2025 reduction targets and Paris Agreement commitments, warning against industry and provincial pressure to weaken these rules.

A coalition of medical experts and environmental advocates calls on Greater Manchester mayoral candidates to prioritize public health by meeting legal air pollution limits by 2020. The letter highlights the severe health impacts of air pollution in the region, noting that legal limits are exceeded in every local authority from Wigan to Stockport. The authors propose the implementation of Clean Air Zones and increased investment in public transport, walking, and cycling, while calling for a new national Clean Air Act to establish the right to breathe clean air in UK law.

A coalition of medical experts and environmental organizations calls on Liverpool City Region mayoral candidates to prioritize public health by ensuring the region meets legal air pollution limits by 2020 through the use of Clean Air Zones and increased investment in sustainable transport.

A coalition of health and environmental experts calls on West Midlands mayoral candidates to implement Clean Air Zones and invest in sustainable transport to address widespread air pollution. The letter highlights that legal pollution limits are exceeded in every local authority in the region, contributing to cardiovascular disease and asthma, and urges candidates to support a new national Clean Air Act.

The World Resources Institute argues that the U.S. Secretary of Energy should leverage the falling costs of wind and solar energy to position the United States as a global leader in clean technology. The statement highlights Texas's growth in wind power under Rick Perry's governorship as a model for national energy development.

The authors propose that Canada use the Federal Sustainable Development Act and the Federal Sustainable Development Strategy (FSDS) as the primary vehicles for implementing the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) domestically. They argue that the FSDS must evolve from a narrow environmental focus to a comprehensive economic, social, and environmental agenda to avoid losing critical time in the 15-year window to achieve the 2030 Agenda.

The report examines the concept of 'Green Growth' and its potential to unblock international climate negotiations. It identifies a lack of a unified definition among stakeholders—including economists, the private sector, and civil society—and notes that while some developing nations have adopted the framework, major powers like the US, China, and the EU have not. The document argues that the narrative can gain traction by evidencing climate co-benefits and aligning with the Intended National Determined Contributions (INDC) process. Case studies from Brazil, India, and Colombia illustrate how these principles are applied domestically, though challenges such as low loan take-up in Brazil and the need for affordable technology in India persist.

The document outlines Manitoba's current emissions profile, its history of climate action, and the need for a new integrated plan for mitigation and adaptation. It examines policies from other jurisdictions regarding larger emitters and proposes principles for Manitoba's future strategy, including the development of mandatory GHG reporting regulations.

California's climate strategies, centered on the Global Warming Solutions Act of 2006, are reducing oil use and emissions from the transportation sector, which accounts for nearly 40% of the state's global warming emissions. Key mechanisms include a cap-and-trade program, the Low Carbon Fuel Standard (LCFS), and stringent vehicle emissions standards. These policies have led to a 12% drop in oil consumption between 2006 and 2012 and are projected to save drivers money through increased fuel efficiency. Additionally, the state is investing carbon permit proceeds into disadvantaged communities and seeing a boom in clean technology investment and patent registrations.

The document discusses the shift toward regulatory-based climate policies in both Canada and the U.S., emphasizing the need for 'equivalency' in measuring carbon reductions across different provincial and state systems. It analyzes the economic impact of proposed Canadian oil and gas regulations, noting that a 40/40 target (40% reduction with a $40 price ceiling) would cost significantly more than a 20/20 target. Finally, it suggests Canada is unlikely to meet its 17% emissions reduction target for 2020 due to delayed oil and gas regulations and increasing energy sector emissions.

The report analyzes the U.S. Overseas Private Investment Corporation's (OPIC) approach to aligning foreign direct investment (FDI) with climate goals. It details OPIC's 2010 Environmental and Social Policy Statement, which establishes targets to reduce direct greenhouse gas emissions from its active portfolio by 30% over 10 years and 50% over 15 years. The document outlines OPIC's project categorization system, its adoption of IFC Performance Standards to promote energy efficiency, and its mechanisms for reporting emissions and supporting renewable energy. While noting the lack of a formal phase-out for high-emissions projects, the report presents OPIC as a potential model for other international financial institutions to catalyze private capital for climate action.

The report details a one-year anniversary meeting of the Lake Winnipeg Basin Summit, focusing on the Lake Winnipeg Bioeconomy Project. This initiative seeks to reduce phosphorus loading in Lake Winnipeg by 50% while creating a clean technology cluster in Manitoba. Key tools introduced include the Manitoba Bioeconomy Atlas for geospatial planning. Stakeholders emphasized the need for financial viability, clear communication, and pilot projects to prove the concept, while expressing concerns about potential biodiversity loss and the need for coordinated government leadership.

The document introduces a project by the Climate Policy Initiative (CPI) to analyze the impact of government policy on the development and cost reduction of solar photovoltaic (PV) technology. It identifies cost as the primary obstacle to PV's technical potential and proposes a four-step evaluation framework—linking objectives, activities, drivers, and policies—to assess policy effectiveness across the PV value chain. The briefing highlights key policy questions regarding the use of targeted versus broad-based tools, the interaction between local and national policies, and the role of capital markets in financing deployment.

The document outlines China's shift toward energy efficiency and non-fossil fuel development, driven by energy security, environmental protection, and economic restructuring. It details the targets of the 12th Five-Year Plan (2011-2015), including carbon and energy intensity reductions. The author highlights China's rapid expansion in wind, solar, and high-speed rail, while noting the strategic importance of carbon capture and storage. Finally, it argues that China's clear policy framework creates significant investment opportunities for U.S. companies in clean technology.

The Obama administration's FY 2012 budget proposal emphasizes investments in clean technology, energy efficiency, and renewable energy to drive economic growth. Key funding increases are proposed for the DOE's Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy office, bioenergy RDD&D, and transportation infrastructure, while funding for fossil energy and the EPA's overall budget is reduced. The proposal also introduces new initiatives such as the Better Buildings Initiative and a National Infrastructure Bank.

The document asserts that limiting global warming to 2° Celsius requires significant innovation in technologies and processes to reduce costs and improve performance. It highlights the role of public climate finance in attracting private investment and suggests that the UAE can lead an expanded international innovation system through cooperation in areas such as joint research, capacity building, and the support of innovation hubs like IRENA and Masdar.

The report analyzes the BASIC group's role in global climate diplomacy, arguing that while they appear as a unified bloc, their cooperation is conditioned by diverse domestic priorities and broader geopolitical ambitions. It examines the specific drivers for Brazil, South Africa, India, and China, and explores how the group balances its identity as developing nations with its rising global influence.

The Clean Technology Fund (CTF), administered by the World Bank and Regional Development Banks, aims to use concessional finance to achieve transformative long-term reductions in greenhouse gas emissions in fast-growing developing countries. As of March 2010, approximately US$4.35 billion of the US$4.405 billion pledged had been earmarked for investment plans across 12 countries and a solar program in North Africa, with US$888 million approved for 15 projects in 8 countries. The document emphasizes the need for greater focus on governance, policy, and regulatory issues during project implementation.

The document defines environmental justice as the right to healthy living environments and a fair share of nature's benefits. It argues that the poorest populations are disproportionately affected by environmental damage and climate change, while the wealthiest are most responsible. Friends of the Earth advocates for 'climate justice,' where rich countries lead in carbon cuts and fund adaptation for poorer nations. The text highlights specific case studies of its work, including fighting oil pollution in Nigeria, uranium mining in Australia, and urban planning issues in the UK.