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This G20 Insights policy brief, contributed to by IISD President and CEO Scott Vaughan and environmental NGOs, argues that while a transition to 100% renewable energy is economically inevitable and desirable, it may create misleading negative signals in traditional economic statistics as fossil fuel industries decline.

This policy brief by the International Institute for Sustainable Development outlines strategies to enhance the resilience of energy and information and communication technology (ICT) infrastructure against climate change, specifically for the cities of Edmonton and Calgary.

The Allianz Climate & Energy Monitor Deep Dive analyzes the investment requirements for China, India, and the US to align with Paris Agreement goals, noting that while China and India are rapidly expanding renewables and exiting coal, US federal policy ambition is declining despite strong state-level support.

The Center for International Environmental Law (CIEL) criticizes ExxonMobil for requesting a waiver from US sanctions against Russia to proceed with a $500 billion joint venture with Rosneft for offshore drilling in the Black Sea and the Russian Arctic.

This document is a cover letter from the Centre for Environmental Rights (CER) to the South African Minister of Environmental Affairs, submitting further arguments on behalf of groundWork to appeal the environmental authorisation for the ACWA Power Khanyisa Thermal Power Station.

A statement by the World Resources Institute arguing that the United States should remain in the Paris Agreement to protect its economic, security, and diplomatic interests, noting strong public and business support for the accord.

The Centre for Environmental Rights (CER) issued a statement to Anglo American plc requesting transparency and public participation regarding the sale of three operational and four closed coal mines to Seriti Resources. The CER expresses concern that transferring mines with significant environmental liabilities to smaller companies may lead to the abandonment of rehabilitation obligations, potentially shifting the financial burden to the South African state and public.

This policy brief by RMI argues that traditional utility demand charges are a significant barrier to the viability of public direct current fast charger (DCFC) networks. Based on an analysis of EVgo stations in California, the document recommends shifting cost recovery from demand-based charges to time-varying volumetric rates to support the societal objective of vehicle electrification.

This report analyzes the economic viability and technical requirements for the 100% decarbonization of Indian Railways' (IR) traction electricity demand, focusing on a case study in Madhya Pradesh. It concludes that a mixed wind and solar energy strategy is the most cost-effective approach, projecting that decarbonization will be 26-28% cheaper than business-as-usual by 2030.

This briefing by the Climate Policy Initiative (CPI) synthesizes lessons from 2015 and 2016 reports on public finance interventions designed to increase low-carbon and climate-resilient investment in developing countries. It outlines strategies for reducing risks and costs to attract private capital through fiscal policy adjustments, government-backed assurances, and public-private innovation labs.

This policy brief by the Environmental and Energy Study Institute (EESI) analyzes the Trump Administration's FY2018 'skinny budget' proposal. It details significant proposed funding cuts across multiple federal agencies, specifically targeting climate change programs, sustainable energy research, rural development, and public transportation infrastructure, while prioritizing national security and space exploration.

This policy brief examines Indonesia's transition from fixed fuel subsidies to market-based pricing. It highlights the fiscal success of gasoline and diesel reforms—which saved over USD 15 billion—while noting the ongoing challenges of LPG subsidies. The authors propose using smoothing, ratcheting, or cap-and-floor formulas to manage international price volatility and recommend that price adjustments be handled by an independent agency with high transparency and frequency.

This briefing by RMI describes the Southwest Power Pool (SPP) as an attractive market for corporate buyers of renewable energy due to its strong wind resources, market improvements, and a robust pipeline of planned wind capacity.

In a speech delivered at the PAGE Ministerial Conference in Berlin on March 27, 2017, IISD President and CEO Scott Vaughan critiques current trade and investment models, specifically focusing on the EU-Canada Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) and the role of the World Trade Organization (WTO) in sustainable development.

Friends of the Earth President Erich Pica responded to reports that State Department undersecretary Tom Shannon is expected to sign a cross-border permit for the Keystone XL oil pipeline, stating that the decision will increase resistance to the Trump administration's policies and that the organization will pursue legal and state-level actions to stop the project.

The Centre for Environmental Rights (CER) submitted comments to the National Council of Provinces regarding the Mineral and Petroleum Resources Development Amendment Bill [B 15D-2013]. The CER argues that the legislative process has been procedurally irregular, potentially leading to a constitutional challenge, and expresses concern that new amendments dilute community participation and environmental protections.

A statement by Friends of the Earth International arguing that the Trans Pacific Partnership (TPP) model is fundamentally flawed and should not be revived, calling instead for a complete reset of trade policy to prioritize public good over corporate interests.

The Center for International Environmental Law (CIEL) opposes the European Commission's proposal to establish a Multilateral Investment Court (MIC), arguing that the plan focuses narrowly on institutional adjustments while failing to address the substantive imbalances of the investor-state dispute settlement (ISDS) system. CIEL contends that the MIC would entrench a regime that prioritizes corporate rights over the sovereign right of states to regulate for the public interest, human rights, and the environment.

This research paper proposes a novel approach to joint problem analysis between Sami reindeer herders and Swedish civil servants within permitting authorities for mining, wind energy, and forestry, specifically focusing on the governance of cumulative effects assessment (CEA).

A statement by the Canadian Association of Physicians for the Environment (CAPE) responding to a National Post commentary, arguing that coal-fired power plants significantly impact air quality and public health through the emission of sulphur dioxide and fine particulate matter.