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The Framework Agreement between the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI) and the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) establishes a partnership to promote technical and scientific cooperation regarding the nexus of climate, environment, and health in the Americas.

This background note provides historical data and forecasts for global and African energy demand and production up to 2043, highlighting the role of population growth in driving energy needs and the slow transition away from fossil fuels.

This policy brief by the Climate Policy Initiative (CPI/PUC-Rio) analyzes inequalities in access to rural credit for family farmers in Brazil, specifically focusing on the National Plan for Family Farming (PRONAF). The report finds that credit is highly concentrated among larger family properties, producers in the South region, and those producing grains, while the smallest producers and those in the North and Northeast face significant financial constraints.

This Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), signed on November 1, 2023, establishes a framework for collaboration between the Executive Directorate of the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI) and the Center for Research for Global Change (CICAG) to exchange information and knowledge on transdisciplinary science related to climate change and environmental health.

This policy brief by the Climate Policy Initiative/Pontifical Catholic University of Rio de Janeiro (CPI/PUC-Rio) analyzes inequalities in access to rural credit for family farmers in Brazil. It finds that while the National Plan for Family Farming (PRONAF) receives significant government subsidies, credit access is highly concentrated among larger properties, specific geographic regions (primarily the South), and grain production, leaving the most vulnerable small-scale producers underserved.

This briefing from the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI) informs the Executive Council about operational budget decisions made during the 31st meeting of the Conference of the Parties (CoP-31).

This report details the activities of the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI) Directorate from 1 July 2023 to 13 October 2023. It focuses on the implementation of decisions from the 31st meeting of the Conference of the Parties (CoP-31), specifically regarding research programs on climate-health and ocean systems, science diplomacy, and the expansion of institutional associations.

This research paper discusses the critical relationship between human communities and wetland ecosystems, highlighting the severe global degradation of these areas and the resulting impact on dependent populations.

This report examines the illicit trafficking of small arms and light weapons (SALW) in the Sahel, focusing on Burkina Faso, Niger, and Nigeria. It identifies six critical 'nodes' in tri-border areas that facilitate the flow of weapons. Key drivers of demand include security crises, personal safety, and climate-induced resource conflicts. The report highlights that a significant portion of illicit arms are produced locally or leak from state arsenals, and that profits from this trade are often laundered through real estate. Despite existing regional frameworks like the ECOWAS Convention, the report concludes that national implementation remains the primary obstacle to controlling proliferation.

This guide, published by Natural Justice in October 2023, provides information about an application by TotalEnergies EP South Africa B.V. (TEEPSA) and its partners to produce oil and gas in Block 11B/12B off the south coast of South Africa. It outlines the proposed activities, potential environmental and social impacts, and the process for public commentary on the Environmental and Social Impact Assessment (ESIA) report.

This guide, produced by the Stockholm Environment Institute and the Pontifical Council for the Promotion of Integral Human Development, outlines the interconnected nature of the climate crisis, biodiversity loss, pollution, and social injustice. Inspired by Pope Francis's encyclical 'Laudato si', it calls for a fundamental shift from an exploitative relationship with the planet to one of care and stewardship, emphasizing the need for systemic economic changes and the protection of the most vulnerable populations.

This guide, produced by the Stockholm Environment Institute and the Holy See, outlines the interconnected nature of the climate crisis, biodiversity loss, and social injustice. Inspired by Pope Francis's encyclical 'Laudato si', it calls for a fundamental shift from a relationship of exploitation to one of care for the planet, emphasizing the need to abandon fossil fuels and reduce overconsumption to protect the 'common home'.

This report examines market trends in the sugar cane sector, focusing on the impact of sustainability standards on producer incomes in developing countries and the challenges faced by smallholder farmers.

This case study examines the impact of an unprecedented cold spell in December 2022 on livestock farming in Northern and Eastern Sri Lanka, focusing on the experiences of a farmer in the Vavuniya District.

A notification from the Executive Director of the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI) announcing the availability of preliminary reports from the 31st Conference of the Parties (CoP-31) and the 55th meeting of the Executive Council (CE-55) for review and comment.

The report documents the 31st meeting of the Conference of the Parties (CoP-31) to the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI), held in Panama City from 21-22 June 2023. The meeting focused on financial sustainability, the establishment of new science-policy initiatives, and the strengthening of equity and diversity within the organization's research and training frameworks.

The report details the 31st meeting of the Conference of the Parties (COP-31) of the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI), held in Panama City from June 21-22, 2023. The meeting focused on administrative approvals, the establishment of new scientific and diplomatic initiatives, and the strengthening of the science-policy interface in the Americas.

The report details the proceedings of the 55th meeting of the Executive Council (EC-55) of the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI), held on June 20, 2023, in Panama City and via videoconference. The meeting focused on financial sustainability, leadership transitions, and regional climate initiatives.

This report examines the high climate risk faced by rural producers in Brazil's Caatinga biome, highlighting that family farmers—who make up 79% of rural properties—are the most vulnerable. It finds that increased aridity leads to significant productivity losses in corn, beans, and livestock, while also correlating with severe long-term social impacts, including higher infant mortality, school delays, and poverty.

The July 2023 Peace & Security Council Report by the Institute for Security Studies examines the outcomes of the fifth mid-year coordination meeting between the African Union (AU) and regional economic communities (RECs). It highlights systemic coordination failures in peace-making, the challenges of AU institutional reforms, and the potential of new initiatives like the Africa Facility to Support Inclusive Transitions (AFSIT) to deter unconstitutional changes of government. The report also discusses the security vacuum created by the withdrawal of the UN mission (MINUSMA) from Mali.