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The paper argues that the effectiveness of land-based mitigation technologies (LMTs) depends on more than technical estimates. It advocates for a multilevel modelling framework that combines numerical data with stakeholder knowledge to address environmental constraints, social equity, and competing land uses, ensuring that climate action is both realistic and just.

The document analyzes U.S. public opinion on climate change as a voting priority for the 2026 primaries, highlighting that 35% of registered voters view global warming as a 'very important' issue. It details voter preferences for candidates who support climate action, opposition to the reversal of the EPA's 'endangerment finding', and the perceived link between global warming and the cost of living.

The document outlines the role of global warming as a voting priority for U.S. registered voters ahead of the 2026 elections. It details voter preferences for candidates who support climate action, support for regulating carbon dioxide, and the intersection of climate change with the cost of living. The data highlights significant partisan divides, with strong support for climate action among Democrats and lower, though present, support among some Republicans.

The report finds that European governments are increasingly integrating carbon dioxide removals (CDR) into their climate strategies, often as a substitute for deep emission reductions. Analysis of the European Commission and six countries reveals a pattern of 'overreliance,' characterized by fragmented planning, a lack of feasibility assessments for engineered removals, and land-sink projections that ignore climate risks or contradict existing forestry policies. The report warns that betting on uncertain future technologies and unstable land sinks risks delaying essential decarbonization and undermining climate targets.

The document advocates for legislative bans on advertising for fossil fuel-intensive goods and services, arguing that such measures are essential for demand reduction and public health. It frames the current energy crisis—caused by the closure of the Strait of Hormuz—as a critical window for governments to remove contradictory messaging that stimulates fossil fuel consumption while citizens are asked to reduce use.

The document analyzes the trajectory of Africa's fossil fuel emissions, noting that while the continent currently contributes less than 5% of global emissions, this share is projected to rise to 12.5% by 2063 under the Current Path and 15% under the Combined scenario. It identifies a small number of countries—most notably Nigeria, Egypt, and South Africa—as the primary drivers of the continent's carbon footprint, with Nigeria projected to become the continent's largest emitter by 2050.

The document argues that EU member states' National Energy and Climate Plans (NECPs) and Long-Term Strategies (LTS) lack transparency and rigorous assessment regarding the deployment of permanent carbon dioxide removals (CDR). Carbon Market Watch warns that relying on unproven CDR volumes risks deterring essential emissions reductions. To remedy this, the author proposes making Multiannual Financial Framework (MFF) funding contingent on reporting quality, introducing dedicated CDR sections in planning templates, and legally defining 'overreliance' on CDR as 'insufficient ambition' within the Governance Regulation.

The author contends that while national emission targets under the Paris Agreement are useful for policy, they are not tangible or easily understood by the general public. To make climate progress more visible and accountable, the Canadian Climate Institute will begin tracking specific technology adoption metrics, such as electric vehicle and heat pump sales, which provide a more concrete measure of the energy transition than megatonnes of carbon.

The study uses a representative survey of 1,580 U.S. citizens to test 48 items based on 12 identified climate delay discourses. The authors find that while beliefs aligning with most of these discourses are widespread in the United States, certain discourses have a stronger correlation with specific policy preferences than others.

A survey of 930 registered U.S. voters reveals broad support for clean energy research and policies, such as soil restoration (88%) and carbon dioxide regulation (77%). While 58% prefer candidates who support climate action, significant political polarization remains regarding the priority of global warming for the president and Congress. Notably, 67% of voters believe global warming affects the U.S. cost of living, primarily impacting utility bills and groceries. The report also highlights a majority opposition (58%) to local data center construction due to concerns over electricity costs, and a general trust in climate scientists (71%) and primary care doctors (65%) as information sources.

A satellite-based analysis by Ember reveals that Polish coal mines were the most frequent fossil fuel methane super-emitters in the EU in 2025. Despite a ban on routine venting from drainage systems that took effect in January 2025 under the EU Methane Regulation, five Polish drainage systems were observed venting methane. The report highlights a critical gap in enforcement, noting that Poland has not established the required national penalty framework. Coking coal mines were responsible for the vast majority of super-emitter events, and the analysis suggests that captured drainage methane could have provided significant heating energy for Polish households.

The report examines various formulas for calculating methane intensity, evaluating trade-offs between simplicity, accuracy, and applicability. It specifically addresses the needs of the EU Methane Regulation, which requires a methodology for producer-level intensity by August 2027 to set maximum intensity thresholds for oil and gas placed on the Union market by 2030. The analysis covers key decisions such as using single versus separate formulas for oil and gas, the choice between produced and marketed product denominators, and the appropriate level of granularity for reporting.

The brief identifies that while renewable energy investments in Kenya offer high synergetic potential for economic growth and emission reductions, conflicts exist between industrialization goals and emission targets, as well as between renewable energy deployment and electricity affordability.

The author advocates for a ban on fossil fuel advertising in Norway to protect public health and support climate policy, noting that over 50 cities globally have already adopted such measures. The text argues that advertising normalizes fossil fuel use and that public health and environmental interests outweigh commercial advertising rights, as demonstrated in legal cases in The Hague.

The document finds that farming is highly valued in Britain as a crucial part of national identity and food security, with the public viewing farmers as being on the frontline of climate change impacts. It argues that climate policies must be developed in collaboration with farmers to avoid being perceived as punitive, as protecting the food supply and supporting farmers is a top priority for government climate action across all demographic groups.

The report finds that while a majority of registered U.S. voters support clean energy transitions and the Paris Climate Agreement, global warming remains a low priority for most when deciding on congressional candidates. There is strong bipartisan support for protecting workers from extreme heat and opposing the elimination of federal climate research and FEMA, though significant political polarization persists regarding fossil fuel use and the priority level of climate action.

In 2025, electric vehicles (EVs) accounted for over a quarter of global new car sales, driven by a significant shift in emerging markets. While legacy auto markets in the US and Canada have seen a rollback of incentives, countries in Southeast Asia and Latin America are 'leapfrogging' advanced economies. Viet Nam and Singapore have reached EV sales shares exceeding 40%, surpassing the UK and EU. China continues to dominate as the largest market, with its exports increasingly targeting non-OECD markets such as Brazil, Mexico, the UAE, and Indonesia. The report highlights that EVs significantly reduce fossil fuel demand, with battery electric vehicles in Brazil delivering an estimated 90% reduction compared to internal combustion engine vehicles.

The report advocates for 'Indigenous Healthy Energy Homes'—housing that is energy-efficient, climate-resilient, and supportive of occupant well-being—as a means to improve health outcomes for First Nations, Inuit, and Métis people while contributing to Canada's net-zero goals. It identifies current government solutions as fragmented and disconnected from local realities, often failing to account for long-term health costs and greenhouse gas emissions associated with inadequate housing. The authors call for a shift from one-time project funding to long-term, flexible, and self-determined financial partnerships. Key recommendations include the creation of intergovernmental coordination mechanisms, the co-design of policies with Indigenous leaders, and the implementation of holistic measurement tools to track social, cultural, and environmental impacts of housing projects.

The statement argues that the Canada-Alberta MOU represents a 'climb down' in climate leadership by pushing the 75% methane reduction target to 2035, contradicting a previous 2030 promise. The authors claim this delay threatens thousands of jobs in the methane mitigation industry, ignores more stringent standards adopted by the EU, US states, and other G7 allies, and results in significant economic waste from leaked natural gas.

The Canadian Climate Institute argues that Canada's upcoming progress report on its 2030 emissions targets will likely show the country is off track. To make the report a useful tool for correction, the Institute recommends including detailed policy implementation updates, rigorous and recent emissions projections based on real policies rather than backcasting, specific details on additional measures to close the emissions gap, and new progress indicators beyond simple emission reductions.