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The Mijares River basin faces significant environmental threats, including a 56% reduction in summer storms since 1950 and high risks of desertification and forest fires. To address these, the document proposes five targeted adaptation measures: recovering extensive grazing in the headwaters, creating mosaic landscapes, restoring traditional orchards in the upper and middle reaches, maintaining rain-fed crops in the middle reach, and diversifying citrus plantations with sustainable woody crops in the lower reach. Implementation is hindered by fragmented private land ownership (minifundios), rugged terrain, and the loss of traditional knowledge. The brief advocates for a participatory, integrated territorial approach involving payments for ecosystem services and the integration of women and youth into rural employment.

The document examines the proposed EU Regulation on deforestation-free products, specifically focusing on the country benchmarking mechanism in Article 27. It argues that the European Commission's initial unilateral approach risks trade distortions and diplomatic tensions, and instead advocates for a multi-stakeholder process involving civil society, Indigenous Peoples, and smallholders. The briefing compares the positions of the Commission, the European Parliament, and the Council, recommending that benchmarking include not only deforestation rates but also compliance with national legality requirements and human rights standards. It suggests that a transparent, inclusive process will better incentivize producer countries to reform forest governance and reduce the risk of 'leakage' to less stringent markets.

The research argues that a universal basic income grant (UBIG) in South Africa could move beyond immediate poverty relief to dismantle structural poverty by improving labour market participation, health, women's empowerment, and social cohesion. Drawing on local and international evidence, the authors contend that a UBIG funded through progressive taxation would stimulate local economies via multiplier effects and increase human capital. The paper emphasizes that for a UBIG to be effective, it must be unconditional, universal, and integrated with quality public services, rather than serving as a replacement for them.

The policy brief examines the role of nuclear science and technology in Africa's development and the necessity of integrating women and youth into the field. It highlights that while women currently represent only 30% of experts and trainees, frameworks like Agenda 2063 and the Maputo Protocol provide a basis for their inclusion. The document identifies challenges such as a lack of sustainable human resource development and the need for updated expert databases. It recommends enhancing STEM education, increasing government commitment, and leveraging the roles of the African Commission on Nuclear Energy (AFCONE) and the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) to foster a more inclusive nuclear sector.

The report details a comprehensive water management plan for the Pampa Huari Basin, utilizing a Robust Decision Support (ADR) framework to address vulnerabilities in water quality, quantity, and sanitation. It identifies critical pressures from mining and climate change, proposing five strategic lines of action including ecosystem restoration, sustainable water supply, irrigation modernization, mining impact mitigation, and institutional strengthening, with a total estimated investment of 145,537,813 Bs.

Since 1970, fall temperatures in the contiguous U.S. have increased by an average of 2.7 °F, with warming observed in 97% of 245 analyzed cities. The most significant warming occurred in Nevada, Texas, and Arizona, with Reno, Nevada, recording the highest increase at 7.7 °F. This trend has led to a higher frequency of above-normal fall days, affecting 74% of analyzed cities. These temperature shifts extend health risks from extreme heat, prolong pollen and wildfire seasons, allow disease-carrying insects to persist longer, and disrupt ecological events such as bird migrations and fruit ripening.

The document argues that agroforestry can mitigate the vulnerabilities faced by young rural farmers in sub-Saharan Africa—including unemployment, food insecurity, and climate change—by creating resilient livelihood opportunities and increasing youth participation in food system decision-making.

Earthjustice and several partner organizations request that the BLM defer approval of oil and gas drilling permits in Kern County, California. They argue the BLM has violated the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and other laws by failing to provide public comment periods on Environmental Assessments (EAs). The statement highlights severe public health risks to environmental justice communities in Kern County, including high rates of asthma and cancer, and argues that the BLM's air emissions estimates are unrealistically low and violate the Clean Air Act. It further demands a 'hard look' at water scarcity, groundwater contamination from unlined waste pits, and the climate impacts of carbon-intensive California crude. Finally, it asserts that new drilling threatens the critically imperiled Temblor legless lizard.

A student shares a five-step framework for introducing plant-based meals into school cafeterias, detailing the process of contacting nutrition services, proposing changes, marketing new items, educating peers, and planning for long-term sustainability.

A coalition of NGOs urges the European Commission to end overfishing by setting Total Allowable Catches (TACs) strictly within scientific limits and transitioning to low-impact, climate-friendly fisheries. The group highlights significant implementation gaps in the Common Fisheries Policy (CFP), particularly regarding the landing obligation and the failure to meet the 2020 goal of sustainable harvesting for all stocks. They advocate for an ecosystem-based approach that accounts for climate-driven species shifts and the use of remote electronic monitoring to combat illegal discarding.

The 2022 outlook for the news industry emphasizes a period of consolidation following the COVID-19 crisis, with a strategic shift toward subscription models, digital audio, and AI-driven efficiency. While media leaders express confidence in their own companies, they remain concerned about societal polarisation and the financial viability of local news. The industry is pivoting toward youth-oriented platforms like TikTok and Instagram while struggling to effectively communicate the complexities of climate change to mainstream audiences.

The policy brief asserts that current policy approaches in most African countries are insufficient for long-term development and resilience. It highlights that growth has been unstable, hampered by the 2007-2008 Global Financial Crisis and the 2014-2015 end of the commodities boom, while Sustainable Development Goals remain off track. The text identifies 'megatrends' such as climate change, population growth, and technological innovation as critical challenges. It specifically criticizes the continued reliance on primary commodity production and natural resource extraction, which leads to 'jobless growth' and leaves economies vulnerable to external shocks.

Analysis of FEMA heat data and Yale Climate Opinion Maps reveals a positive correlation (r = 0.12) between extreme heat exposure and worry about global warming in the U.S. However, a specific group of 217 counties—primarily in the Midwest and South—exhibit high exposure but lower-than-average worry. These counties, representing 6.4 million people, are characterized by higher proportions of white residents, rural populations, and 2020 Republican voters compared to the national average. The authors argue that these gaps in risk perception increase vulnerability to heat-related illness and death, necessitating tailored educational outreach and policy responses.

The briefing examines the impact of the Russia-Ukraine conflict on global food security, noting that the two nations provide 12% of global calories. It highlights how port blockades and fertiliser export suspensions have driven up prices and hunger, particularly in Africa and the Middle East. The document warns that protectionist export bans by countries like India and Argentina are exacerbating the crisis, and argues that increasing cropland to compensate is problematic due to the associated fossil fuel and fertiliser requirements.

The 30th meeting of the IAI Conference of the Parties (CoP-30) focused on administrative governance, financial sustainability, and the advancement of transdisciplinary climate research in the Americas. Key outcomes included the approval of the 2022-2023 operating budget, the adoption of a revised Scientific Agenda, and the establishment of a Gender, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Policy. The meeting also initiated the recruitment process for a new Executive Director and planned for the 31st meeting to be hosted by Panama in 2023.

The document details the experience of the Mashujaa group, a collective of young women in Uhamaka, Tanzania, who transitioned from sunflower and maize cultivation to beekeeping after erratic rainfall patterns led to repeated crop failures. With technical support from SEMA and SNV, the group implemented modern beehives, increasing honey production from 5-7 litres per hive to 20 litres. Despite initial community opposition based on gender stereotypes, the initiative has improved the economic and social status of the members, providing a model for locally-led adaptation and the importance of climate-smart technology for smallholder farmers.

The document critiques the draft National Land Policy of Mozambique for its limited scope, lack of clarity on land tenure, and failure to integrate climate change strategies and human rights protections. It advocates for the adoption of Free, Prior and Informed Consent (FPIC), stronger protections for customary land rights, and a coordinated inter-sectoral approach to mitigate greenhouse gas emissions, particularly from the oil and gas industry. The authors emphasize the need for gender equality in land access and the establishment of clear mechanisms to combat corruption and land grabbing.

Research on cattle pastures in the Brazilian Pantanal reveals that seasonally flooded pastures are significant net emitters of CO2 carbon, particularly during aerobic phases, suggesting that improved livestock management and drought-resistant grasses could mitigate these emissions.

The report argues that krill fishing is inherently unsustainable as it threatens a fragile ecosystem already stressed by climate change. It highlights the dominance of Aker BioMarine in the market and identifies numerous European retailers and aquaculture companies that use krill-based feed or sell krill oil supplements. The document criticizes the Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) certification for failing to account for climate change and predator impacts, and calls for an immediate moratorium on krill fishing.

The report argues that krill fishing is inherently unsustainable as it threatens a fragile ecosystem already stressed by climate change. It highlights the dominance of Aker BioMarine in the market and identifies numerous European retailers selling salmon fed with krill meal. The document criticizes the Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) certification for ignoring climate change effects and calls for an immediate moratorium on krill fishing.