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The document warns that the estimated $8 trillion needed for nature by 2050 creates significant corruption risks that can divert resources from climate mitigation and adaptation. It cites a study from Bangladesh where 35% of climate adaptation infrastructure funds were diverted. To counter this, the document advocates for strengthening climate finance integrity, increasing decision-making transparency, and preventing illicit financial flows.

This proposal seeks USD 781,219 over 24 months to address climate finance readiness gaps in Sri Lanka, with a primary focus on the agriculture sector. The project aims to update Technology Needs Assessments (TNAs) and Technology Action Plans (TAPs) across 15 sectors, update the Agro-Ecological Region (AER) map, and create a Climate-Smart Agriculture (CSA) investment plan. Key objectives include strengthening private sector engagement through a dedicated Working Group and public-private forums, developing two bankable GCF concept notes, and establishing a harmonized climate information system by linking the national portal to FAO's CAVA platform.

The Changing Markets Foundation and partner organisations call on Arla Foods to address its methane emissions, estimating the company's methane output at 0.3 million tonnes. The letter highlights a systemic lack of transparency in the meat and dairy sector, noting that 15 major companies produce methane emissions equivalent to over 80% of the European Union's total methane footprint. The authors recommend that Arla set absolute emissions reduction targets aligned with a 1.5°C limit, report methane emissions separately from overall GHG emissions, reduce animal numbers in supply chains, and align lobbying efforts with global climate goals.

Changing Markets Foundation and partner organisations write to Danish Crown to highlight the company's estimated methane emissions and advocate for the adoption of absolute emission reduction targets, separate methane reporting, and a reduction in livestock numbers to align with the 1.5°C global warming limit.

Changing Markets Foundation and partner organizations call on DMK to adopt absolute emissions reduction targets, specifically for methane, and to disclose supply chain emissions. The letter highlights that DMK's estimated methane emissions are 0.1 million tonnes and notes a general lack of transparency among the 15 largest meat and dairy companies, whose combined methane emissions represent over 80% of the European Union's methane footprint.

The Changing Markets Foundation and partner organisations inform FrieslandCampina that its estimated methane emissions are 0.3 million tonnes, contributing to a broader trend where major meat and dairy companies fail to disclose supply chain methane. The letter demands that the company set absolute emissions reduction targets aligned with a 1.5°C limit, report methane separately from other greenhouse gases, and reduce the number of animals in its supply chains.

The Changing Markets Foundation and partner organisations write to Marfrig CEO Rui Mendonça Junior to demand urgent action on methane emissions. Citing their 'Emissions Impossible: Methane Edition' report, they estimate Marfrig's methane emissions at 1.9 million tonnes and highlight a general lack of transparency across the meat and dairy industry regarding supply chain methane. The letter recommends that Marfrig set absolute emissions reduction targets aligned with a 1.5°C limit, establish separate methane targets, reduce animal numbers in supply chains, and support sustainable diet policies.

The Changing Markets Foundation and partner organisations inform Tyson Foods that its estimated methane emissions are 1.6 million tonnes, representing 51% to 75% of its overall greenhouse gas emissions depending on the GWP factor used. The authors highlight a systemic lack of transparency in the meat and dairy industry, noting that none of the 15 largest companies examined disclose supply chain methane emissions. They recommend that Tyson set absolute emissions reduction targets aligned with a 1.5°C limit, establish separate methane targets, reduce animal numbers in supply chains, and support policies promoting sustainable diets.

The Changing Markets Foundation and partner organisations inform WH Group that its estimated methane emissions are 0.3 million tonnes, contributing to a broader industry trend of poor transparency regarding Scope 3 emissions. The letter recommends that the company set absolute emissions reduction targets aligned with a 1.5°C limit, establish separate methane targets, reduce animal numbers in supply chains, and align with UN standards for net-zero commitments.

The Changing Markets Foundation and partner organisations write to Yili to highlight the company's estimated methane emissions of 0.4 million tonnes and the lack of public disclosure regarding its supply chain emissions. The letter calls for Yili to set absolute emissions reduction targets aligned with a 1.5°C limit, establish separate methane targets, reduce animal numbers in its supply chain, and align its lobbying with global climate goals.

The document outlines a readiness proposal for Ecuador to overcome barriers in climate finance, specifically targeting the limited capacity of local financial institutions to integrate ESG standards, the lack of climate-resilient mechanisms in Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs), and institutional gaps in accessing international finance. The proposed solution involves four workstreams: strengthening local financial institutions' ESG integration, building government capacity for green bonds and debt-for-climate swaps, developing a National Green Taxonomy, and creating a strategic framework for climate-smart PPPs. The project will be implemented by the Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI) over 18 months, focusing on the Ministry of Economy and Finance (MEF) and the Ministry of Environment, Water and Ecological Transition (MAATE).

Armenia is seeking USD 197,031 from the Green Climate Fund (GCF) over 18 months to update its Country Cooperation Programme for the 2024-2027 replenishment round. The project, implemented by the Environmental Project Implementation Unit (EPIU) under the Ministry of Environment, aims to align climate funding with the updated Nationally Determined Contributions (NDC) and the Long-term Low Emission Development Strategy. Key activities include a national readiness needs assessment, the development of a Green Finance Implementation Strategy and Action Plan for 2023-2027, and the design of a high-quality Simplified Approval Process (SAP) project concept note. The initiative seeks to address coordination gaps between strategic frameworks and limited private sector engagement in climate finance.

The 2022 report outlines the achievements of the WHO-Civil Society Working Group, including coordinated submissions to the UNFCCC, a joint call for a fossil fuel non-proliferation treaty, and the establishment of a health pavilion at COP27. It also details efforts to integrate climate change into health professional curricula and plans for a new WHA resolution in 2024.

The Simplified Approval Process (SAP) Technical Guidance Compendium outlines the eligibility and technical requirements for GCF projects with contributions up to USD 25 million and minimal environmental and social risks. It provides sectoral guidance across agriculture, ecosystems, water security, cities, energy efficiency, forests, REDD+, renewable energy, and transport, detailing 'SAP-able' activities, impact measurement indicators, and the requirements for achieving a paradigm shift in each sector.

The guidelines detail the requirements for SAP funding proposals, which are designed for projects with minimal environmental and social risks and a maximum GCF funding request of USD 25 million. The document outlines a five-section proposal structure covering project summaries, detailed design, financing, investment criteria performance, and mandatory annexes. It emphasizes the need for a clear theory of change, a strong climate rationale, and evidence of country ownership and paradigm shift potential. The manual also specifies the roles of accredited entities (AEs) and executing entities (EEs), the necessity of no-objection letters from national designated authorities, and the requirement for detailed budget plans and risk assessments.

The report identifies that Canada's federal adaptation governance is currently 'weak' and fragmented, primarily operating at the director general level with limited connection to senior decision-makers. It argues that the upcoming National Adaptation Strategy (NAS) provides a critical opportunity to revitalize this structure. The authors suggest several options for improvement, including establishing a dedicated DM-level committee for adaptation, creating a formal legal mandate through legislation, and developing a specialized knowledge-brokering unit. The report emphasizes that success depends on sufficient funding, senior-level leadership, and a deeper understanding of the distinct characteristics of adaptation compared to climate mitigation and emergency management.

The author argues that the Brothers of Italy (FdI) won the 2022 Italian elections not through ideology, but by promising security and a stronger state during a period of energy crisis and war. While the centre-right coalition shared a platform, FdI distinguished itself by prioritizing energy security, a presidential system, and cutting spending—including the abolition of green renovation grants—which aligned with voter priorities over climate action or immigration. Conversely, the centre-left failed by focusing on discrediting opponents rather than offering credible alternatives on economic intervention and social liberalism.

The Small Industries Development Bank of India (SIDBI) is seeking USD 199,973 from the Green Climate Fund (GCF) to enhance its capacity to comply with the new Integrated Results Management Framework (IRMF). The proposal identifies gaps in SIDBI's ability to design 'paradigm-shift' projects and manage the complex monitoring and reporting requirements of the IRMF. The requested funding will support a 12-month program involving capacity needs assessments, the development of training materials, and the delivery of 10 training sessions for approximately 150 participants, including SIDBI staff, executing entities, and civil society organizations. The goal is to improve the quality of funding proposals and the effectiveness of monitoring and evaluation for a pipeline of climate-focused projects targeting India's MSME sector.

The Government of Nicaragua is seeking a USD 733,082 grant to overcome fiscal constraints and institutional gaps that hinder the implementation of its low-carbon development goals. The proposal identifies two primary barriers: limited government capacity to integrate climate considerations into financial planning and the inability of local financial institutions to apply environmental, social, and governance (ESG) standards. To address these, the Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI) will implement four workstreams: developing a National Climate Finance Roadmap, preparing for sovereign Green, Social, and Sustainability (GSS) bond issuances, creating a debt-for-climate swap strategy, and 'greening' the domestic banking sector. The project aims to diversify funding sources beyond decreasing Official Development Assistance (ODA) and high-cost debt, targeting a 24-month implementation period.

The We Mean Business Coalition, representing over 9,000 companies, calls for COP27 cover decisions to explicitly support a just energy transition away from all fossil fuels, not just coal, to align with the 1.5°C warming limit.