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The Resilience Evidence Forum 2023 Synthesis Report outlines a multi-scalar approach to building resilience, focusing on people, communities, urban systems, socio-ecological systems, and market systems. It emphasizes the transition from top-down measurement to co-produced evidence that integrates local and Indigenous knowledge with scientific data. The report identifies critical gaps in funding for climate resilience—noting that less than $50 billion is spent annually against needs of $160-340 billion—and advocates for gender-transformative approaches, integrated health and nutrition systems, and the use of mixed-methods to capture transformative, long-term outcomes rather than just short-term recovery.

The 2023 Mining Policy Framework (MPM) provides a systemic approach to mining governance across six pillars: laws and institutions, financial benefits, socioeconomic benefits, environmental management, post-mining transition, and artisanal and small-scale mining (ASM). It emphasizes the integration of international standards on human rights, gender equality, and climate change into national mining policies to ensure equitable benefit distribution and environmental protection throughout the mine life cycle.

The 2023 Mining Policy Framework (MPF), published by the International Institute for Sustainable Development (IISD) on behalf of the Intergovernmental Forum on Mining, Minerals, Metals and Sustainable Development (IGF), outlines a systemic approach to mining governance. It covers six key areas: laws and institutions, financial benefits, socioeconomic benefits, environmental management, post-mining transition, and artisanal and small-scale mining (ASM). The framework emphasizes the need for transparent fiscal regimes, the protection of human rights and indigenous peoples' consent, rigorous environmental standards to combat climate change, and the formalization of the ASM sector to improve livelihoods and safety.

The natural infrastructure sector in the Canadian Prairies contributed over CAD 4.1 billion to GDP and employed over 33,000 people directly in 2022. In Manitoba, the sector directly employed over 5,700 people and contributed over CAD 540 million to the provincial economy in 2022. Investment scenarios for Manitoba suggest that annual investments of CAD 10 million or CAD 25 million could increase direct jobs by 8% to 21% and direct GDP by 7% to 17%. Similar growth potentials are identified for Alberta and Saskatchewan, where natural infrastructure is viewed as a means to bridge water infrastructure gaps and increase resilience against floods, droughts, and wildfires.

The document highlights the economic value of natural infrastructure in the Canadian Prairies, noting that in 2022, the sector directly employed over 33,000 people and contributed over CAD 4.1 billion to the region's GDP. In Saskatchewan specifically, the sector directly employed over 5,800 people and contributed CAD 640 million to the provincial economy in 2022. The report argues that increased annual investments—such as CAD 10 million or CAD 25 million in Saskatchewan—could significantly boost direct jobs and GDP while addressing water infrastructure gaps and increasing resilience against climate impacts like floods, droughts, and wildfires.

The document highlights the economic contributions of natural infrastructure in Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Manitoba, noting that the sector provides jobs and GDP growth while increasing resilience to climate-related weather extremes. In Alberta specifically, the sector directly employed over 21,000 people and contributed CAD 2.9 billion to the provincial economy in 2022. The report argues that increased annual investments—such as CAD 20 million or CAD 50 million in Alberta—would further drive job creation and GDP while addressing water infrastructure gaps and buffering against floods, droughts, and wildfires.

The Women, Peace, and Security (WPS) Index 2023/24 ranks 177 countries based on 13 indicators across three dimensions: inclusion, justice, and security. The report finds that women's status is more strongly correlated with a nation's peace, democratic health, and climate change preparedness than with its GDP. It highlights extreme global disparities, with Denmark ranking highest and Afghanistan lowest. The report also examines the escalating threat of political violence against women—physical, sexual, and digital—and provides subnational analyses for Colombia and Ethiopia to show how women's status varies within national borders.

The report outlines a framework for the operationalisation of the Loss and Damage Fund, emphasizing the need for inclusive governance, simplified access for vulnerable nations, and a diverse funding base. It argues for a grant-based approach and the integration of humanitarian and non-profit sector practices to ensure funds reach the most marginalized local communities.

The document details WWF's objectives for Fiji by 2030, aiming for 10,000 km2 of the Great Sea Reef to be under sustainable management and protecting $170 million in annual coastal infrastructure from climate change. It identifies key challenges including climate change vulnerability and unsustainable resource exploitation, proposing integrated solutions such as implementing 30% protection by 2030, restoring 22,000 hectares of mangroves, and improving climate resilience for 5,000 people.

The report examines the significant environmental impacts of animal feed, which accounts for 41% of livestock's global greenhouse gas emissions and 98% of its freshwater use. It proposes four key solutions: Responsible Sourcing to end land conversion, Regenerative Agriculture to improve soil health and carbon sequestration, Circular Ingredients to utilize food waste and by-products, and Feeding Innovations to improve efficiency and reduce enteric methane. The document emphasizes that these solutions require a strong enabling environment, including better data transparency, supportive public policy, and strong market signals across the fragmented feed value chain.

The ESMP for Biological Corridor 03 (BC-03) in Sarpang, Bhutan, outlines the environmental and social safeguards for two specific activities planned between January 2023 and June 2024: the construction of new ponds and enclosures at the Southern Wildlife Rescue and Rehabilitation Centre (SWRRC) and the maintenance of SWRRC staff quarters. With a combined budget of Nu. 3,600,000, the project identifies minimal environmental and social risks, primarily limited to waste generation and worker health and safety. The plan mandates strict adherence to both Royal Government of Bhutan (RGoB) laws and WWF's Social Safeguards Integrated Policies and Procedures (SIPP), with the latter prevailing in cases of discrepancy. Mitigation measures include waste segregation, the prohibition of underage labor, and the implementation of a worker grievance mechanism. Monitoring will be conducted through field visits and reports by BFL focal persons and ESS consultants.

The document identifies the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) and crop insurance subsidies as primary drivers of grassland conversion in North America. It proposes specific reforms to these policies, alongside the expansion of Farm Bill conservation programs and the passage of the North American Grasslands Conservation Act, to mitigate biodiversity loss and enhance carbon sequestration.

The KISIMA project, a partnership between the NGO Oikos East Africa and the company GadgetroniX, replaced inefficient diesel-powered pumps with AC current solar water pumping systems in 11 communities within Tanzania's Manyara Region. The project provided safe and sustainable water access to over 240,000 people, reduced operational costs, and included training for local institutions to ensure long-term water management and climate resilience.

The Global Resilience Partnership (GRP) reports on its 2022 efforts to bridge funding and measurement gaps in climate resilience. Key activities include the Innovative Finance for Resilience initiative in Uganda and Sudan, the RAIN Challenge for agriculture in East Africa, and the launch of the PREPARE Call to Action for the private sector at COP27. The GRP also coordinated the COP Resilience Hub, which engaged 15,000 people, and advanced South-to-South Resilience Academies focusing on food systems in southern Africa and Loss and Damage in South Asia.

The Twezimbe Women’s Group in Uganda's Kalungu district adopted a solar power irrigation system to mitigate the impact of drought and unpredictable rainfall on their horticultural projects. Despite initial losses and challenges with land access and pests, the group diversified their crops and established a year-round production cycle to support their catering business. The group now advocates for increased financial support, capacity building for value addition, and gender-sensitive adaptation strategies.

The report examines the role of nature-based infrastructure (NBI) in urban environments, highlighting its cost-effectiveness and climate resilience compared to traditional grey infrastructure. It identifies four key NBI types—urban green spaces, green roofs, stormwater infrastructure, and wetlands and lakes—and argues that incorporating nature into urban planning generates significant societal returns and supports other sustainable infrastructure investments.

The 'Todos al Parque' program in Barranquilla, Colombia, has transformed 258 public spaces since 2011, focusing on the city's most deprived neighborhoods through a co-design process with residents. By increasing green space from 0.86m² to a level where 93% of households are within an 8-minute walk of a park, the initiative has reduced crime, improved public health, and increased tax compliance. The program's success led to the creation of a regional network of 'biodivercities' involving eight Latin American cities and inspired a similar state-level program in the Atlántico Department.

The ZAMBEZI ADMIT project is a proposed USD 50 million initiative (requesting USD 30 million from the Green Climate Fund) to address high deforestation rates and climate vulnerability in Zambia's North-Western province. The project focuses on the 'forest-water-climate nexus,' targeting five districts: Mwinilunga, Ikelenge, Kapombo, Manyinga, and Kalumbila. It seeks to reduce GHG emissions by 10.4 million tCO2eq over 20 years by sustainably managing 100,000 ha of forests, restoring 10,000 ha, and establishing 2,000 ha of agroforestry. The project aims to benefit 225,000 people by diversifying livelihoods away from unsustainable charcoal production and rain-fed agriculture. Key components include the establishment of Community Forest Management Groups (CFMGs), the development of non-wood forest product value chains, and the mobilization of diverse finance sources, including payments for environmental services (PES) from ZESCO and the development of a jurisdictional REDD+ program.

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.

Ethiopia is not on track to meet the UN Sustainable Development Goals by 2030, with poverty and hunger projected to remain high due to conflict in Tigray, climate change, and economic shocks. The report argues that a sustainable food system transformation is possible with an additional annual public investment of USD 4.6 billion from 2023 to 2030. This funding would target increasing agricultural productivity, transitioning to healthier diets, and enhancing climate resilience. A significant financing gap exists between short-term emergency food assistance and the long-term investments required for systemic resilience. Key recommendations include prioritizing on-farm interventions, scaling up sustainable livestock intensification to reduce GHG emissions, and integrating nutrition education with social protection programs.