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This policy brief examines the role of gender-sensitive approaches in climate compatible development within urban Kenya, specifically focusing on the 'People's Plans into Practice (PPP)' project in Kisumu from 2008 to 2013. It explores how integrating gender dimensions can improve development outcomes, the barriers to such integration, and provides recommendations for policy-makers at national, county, and city levels.

This policy brief examines the integration of gender-sensitive approaches into climate compatible development in urban Peru, specifically focusing on the Risk Management and Climate Change Adaptation Networks (GRIDES) in Cajamarca and Huaraz. It finds that while women's participation in these networks has led to an implicit gender approach in local government plans, there is a significant lack of explicit measures to tackle gender inequality and a limited understanding of differentiated vulnerabilities between men and women in urban settings.

This briefing by the Climate and Development Knowledge Network (CDKN) outlines the political and economic requirements for countries to implement their Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) under the Paris climate agreement. It emphasizes the need for 'climate compatible development' that balances emission reductions with poverty eradication and sustainable development, particularly in developing nations.

This case study describes a project to assess the carbon and water footprints of the capital cities of Bolivia, Ecuador, and Peru to support urban planning and climate compatible development.

This report details the outcomes of the First Learning Workshop for Phase II of the CDKN-ICLEI sub-national learning programme, held in Quito, Ecuador, from 27 to 31 July 2015. The workshop aimed to transition sub-national climate compatible development (CCD) from planning to implementation by facilitating peer-to-peer exchange among 51 participants representing 16 projects across Asia, Latin America, and the Caribbean. Key activities included regional meetings to identify enabling factors for CCD, site visits in Quito, and the identification of knowledge gaps to inform the development of project-specific 'Inside Stories'.

This case study describes a CDKN innovation project in Ghana that used ecosystems- and risk-based approaches to integrate climate resilience into development for coastal communities, emphasizing the necessity of bottom-up planning and multi-stakeholder engagement.

This report outlines a strategy and one-year work plan (2014-2015) for the Kenya Private Sector Alliance (KEPSA) to establish a platform for engaging the Government of Kenya on climate compatible development. It aims to position KEPSA as a leader in climate change by improving its analytical capacity, enhancing two-way communication with its membership, and leading private sector input into national policies such as the National Climate Change Action Plan (NCCAP) and the draft Climate Change Bill.

This policy brief introduces 'A Green Guide (GG): Aligning political and social contexts for Green and Inclusive Growth,' a CDKN project designed to provide practical guidance and communication tools to integrate climate change and development planning for equitable growth.

This report explores the intersections between climate change, agriculture, and development, specifically analyzing conceptual frameworks and their application within the agriculture sector. It is part of a CDKN-funded project examining the use of climate compatible development (CCD) principles in African agricultural research and advisory services.

This CDI Practice Paper examines how guidance tools can support interventions aimed at achieving 'triple wins'—the simultaneous advancement of climate adaptation, mitigation, and development.

This research paper, published by the Climate and Development Knowledge Network (CDKN) in April 2014, examines strategies for implementing climate compatible development at the subnational level (cities, districts, and provinces) across Africa, Asia, and Latin America. It identifies specific challenges, such as scientific uncertainty and limited resources, and highlights opportunities for local innovation and the use of indigenous knowledge. The paper provides a framework of effective strategies, including the use of knowledge partnerships and participatory processes, and discusses the necessity of scaling these local successes up to national levels and out to other jurisdictions to achieve global transformational change.

This paper examines climate compatible development in Rwanda, detailing the government's transition from national strategy and policy formulation to the practical implementation of sustainable development across budgetary, sectoral, and district levels.

This report, produced by Adapting to Climate Change in China and others, identifies opportunities for South-South cooperation and learning to integrate climate adaptation into development processes, aiming to prevent maladaptation and benefit developing countries and communities.

This fact sheet describes the activities of the Climate and Development Knowledge Network (CDKN) in Bangladesh, focusing on technical assistance for climate-compatible development, research on climate-induced displacement, and leadership in the global 'loss and damage' agenda.

This research paper by the Climate and Development Knowledge Network (CDKN) examines the drivers and challenges associated with Climate Compatible Development (CCD), defined as a "development first" approach that minimizes climate harm while maximizing human development opportunities in a low-emissions, resilient future. Drawing on experience from over 40 countries, the paper identifies key sociopolitical drivers—such as national resilience needs, energy security, and economic opportunities—and outlines significant barriers, including high implementation costs, political resistance, and institutional capacity gaps.

This research paper by the Climate and Development Knowledge Network (CDKN) examines the drivers and obstacles associated with Climate Compatible Development (CCD). It defines CCD as a strategy that minimizes climate impact damage while maximizing human development opportunities in a low-emission future. The document identifies five key sociopolitical drivers—national resilience needs, energy security, economic opportunities, climate finance access, and strong government leadership—and seven primary implementation challenges, including high opportunity costs, political resistance, and institutional constraints.

This document is an Invitation to Tender (ITT) issued by the Climate and Development Knowledge Network (CDKN) on 18 December 2012. It seeks a supplier to implement a project in Kenya focused on communicating climate compatible development (CCD) to the private sector, using the National Climate Change Action Plan as a foundation to increase business engagement and resilience.

This case study examines the implementation of the National Climate Change Strategy (NCCS) in Honduras, focusing on its integration with agriculture and food security. It evaluates the institutional frameworks, such as the Climate Change Inter-institutional Committee (CCIC), and identifies significant barriers—including financial constraints and limited institutional empowerment—that hinder the transition toward Climate Compatible Development (CCD).

The Clarification Note and Applicant Guidelines for Round 2 of the CDKN Innovation Fund outline the requirements for funding 'game-changing' project ideas focused on climate compatible development (CCD) in Africa. The fund supports an initial innovation process of up to 6 months to develop project proposals and other outputs, with potential subsequent funding for implementation.

A briefing by the Climate and Development Knowledge Network detailing Indonesia's 2011 two-year moratorium on new permits for primary natural forests and peatlands as a strategy to meet greenhouse gas emission reduction targets.