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Ghana is utilizing the SNAP initiative to develop a national plan for mitigating short-lived climate pollutants (SLCPs), integrating these efforts into its National Determined Contributions (NDCs) and the Ghana Shared Growth and Development Agenda. The Ghana EPA is employing the LEAP-IBC model to calculate emissions and benefits across both energy and non-energy sectors. Key sectoral actions include the potential implementation of Euro-benchmarked emission standards for transport, the distribution of 200,000 solar lanterns to replace kerosene, and a Green Cooling Programme to replace high-GWP HFC air conditioners. To support these goals, the Ministry of Finance has established a climate change unit as the National Designated Authority for the Green Climate Fund.

The report analyzes the relationship between urban transportation, energy consumption, and emissions in the Kathmandu Valley, Nepal. It finds that while CO2 emissions are relatively low globally, local PM10 levels frequently exceed national standards. The study proposes a 'PACKAGE' scenario—combining travel demand management, modal shifts to high-occupancy public transport, and stricter emission standards—as the most effective way to simultaneously reduce congestion, energy use, and pollutants.

The report examines the Jawa 9 and 10 coal-fired power plant projects in Cilegon, Banten, highlighting severe risks to public health and the environment. It argues that the projects are economically flawed, citing a Korean Development Institute (KDI) study that predicted a negative Net Present Value (NPV) for KEPCO. The document details the prevalence of acute respiratory infections (ISPA) among children in Cilegon and the broader ecological damage caused by coal transport and mining. It specifically calls for South Korean financiers, such as K-Exim and KDB, to withdraw funding to align with the 'Green New Deal' and global climate goals, noting that Indonesia's emission standards are significantly lower than those in South Korea.

The report finds that diesel pollution caused an estimated 3,000 premature deaths and $21.5 billion in health costs in California in 2004. While new engine standards help, the majority of pollution comes from existing engines, and the state's Diesel Risk Reduction Plan is at risk of failing due to funding gaps and regulatory delays. The Union of Concerned Scientists argues that investing in incentive programs like the Moyer Program provides high returns, reducing public health costs by $9 to $16 for every dollar invested.

Virginia can achieve nearly one-third of its required emission reductions between 2012 and 2030 through planned coal retirements and clean energy investments. To close the remaining gap and surpass targets, the state can pursue a 10 percent reduction in electricity consumption by 2022, a 15 percent renewable energy goal by 2025, and increased utilization of its existing natural gas fleet to 75 percent capacity. The document suggests that adopting a market-based carbon pricing program with a $10 per short ton price for interstate allowances could generate over $100 million in annual revenue between 2022 and 2030. Additionally, robust energy efficiency policies could increase Virginia's GDP by $286 million and add 38,000 jobs by 2030.