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This report details the proceedings and decisions of the 32nd meeting of the Conference of the Parties (CoP-32) of the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI), held via videoconference on May 22-23, 2024. The meeting focused on financial planning, the relocation of the IAI Executive Directorate from Uruguay to Panama, the integration of Indigenous knowledge into climate science, and the expansion of the IAI's network of Associate institutions.

A statement by the Institute for Economic Justice criticizing the South African National Treasury's continued dominance over policymaking under the new Government of National Unity (GNU), arguing that its commitment to austerity and neoliberal fiscal strategies hinders economic growth and the provision of essential public services.

This country report analyzes the potential impacts of border carbon adjustment (BCA) schemes, specifically the EU's Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM), on Trinidad and Tobago. Based on research by IISD and the University of the West Indies – St. Augustine campus and stakeholder dialogues, the report identifies risks to export competitiveness and economic activity while suggesting that BCAs could incentivize a transition to cleaner energy if supported by international finance and technology transfer.

Friends of the Earth International issues a statement condemning the repression of socio-environmental, feminist, trade union, and indigenous movements in Argentina following a protest on June 12, which resulted in over 600 injuries and 35 arbitrary detentions.

This report, co-authored by Stockholm Environment Institute researchers, provides the Colombian government with policy recommendations for the fair and progressive removal of subsidies for ACPM (diesel) as part of its energy transition strategy.

This research paper analyzes the formation and policy implications of South Africa's new coalition government, termed a 'government of national unity' (GNU), following the 2024 elections. It examines the ideological tensions between the African National Congress (ANC) and its partners, specifically the Democratic Alliance (DA), and how these frictions may impact domestic social and economic priorities as well as foreign policy regarding BRICS, Russia, and Israel.

This report by RMI provides guidance on using Performance-Based Regulation (PBR) as an alternative to traditional cost-of-service regulation (COSR) to better align utility incentives with customer and societal interests, specifically regarding decarbonization, affordability, resilience, and social equity.

The UK is currently off track to meet its 2030 offshore wind targets, facing a capacity shortfall of approximately 20-22 GW. While a sufficient pipeline of potential projects exists, the report argues that policy failures—specifically low strike prices in recent Contracts for Difference (CfD) auctions—have stalled development. To course-correct, the report recommends increasing the budget for the AR6 auction, shifting the CfD focus from price competition to delivery scale, and implementing strategic industrial growth plans to support the supply chain.

The report 'Improving energy data to enhance gender equality' argues that the lack of sex-disaggregated data in the energy sector leads to gender-blind policymaking and hinders the achievement of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). It calls for a collaborative effort to standardize data collection and integrate gender-responsive indicators into energy planning to ensure an equitable transition to net zero.

Minutes from the Green Economy Coalition (GEC) Steering Group meeting on July 4, 2024, detailing the transition following the departure of the Convenor after 13 years, the recruitment process for a successor, and plans to refresh the Steering Group's governance.

This introductory guide by RMI explains performance-based regulation (PBR) as a tool to modernize utility regulatory frameworks to better accommodate renewable energy, distributed resources, and electrification while addressing affordability and emissions.

The European Climate Neutrality Observatory's (ECNO) second annual assessment indicates that while the European Union is moving toward climate neutrality in terms of policies and indicators, the pace of the transition is currently too slow.

The 2024 China Power Market Outlook describes the ongoing transformation of China's power sector, focusing on the shift toward renewable energy and the evolution of market-oriented systems following reforms initiated in 2015.

This executive summary, based on the report 'X-Change: The Race to the Top', analyzes the global competition between China, Europe, and the United States to lead the energy transition. It highlights China's current dominance in cleantech manufacturing, innovation, and electrification, while noting that the United States and Europe are beginning to increase their investments to catch up.

This policy design brief by Energy Innovation proposes a Production Tax Credit (PTC) to accelerate the transition to zero-emissions industrial heat. The author argues that because industrial facilities emit approximately a quarter of global greenhouse gases—primarily from burning fossil fuels for processes like melting metals and cooking food—a targeted PTC can drive decarbonization while supporting manufacturing jobs and national security.

Energy Innovation has released version 4.0 of the United States Energy Policy Simulator (EPS), an open-source model updated to incorporate the impacts of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) and the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA). The updated model features a rebuilt electricity sector with hourly dispatch and expanded power plant types to better analyze the financial incentives and emissions trajectories of the U.S. energy system through 2050.

This report by FSD Africa provides a pan-African forecast of direct green job creation by 2030 across 12 material value chains. It identifies a significant near-term opportunity for 1.5 to 3.3 million new direct jobs, primarily driven by the energy and power sector. The analysis emphasizes that while long-term potential is vast, immediate investment in human capital and skilling is required to realize these gains.

A July 2024 briefing by Global Energy Monitor (GEM) detailing China's leadership in wind and solar energy deployment, highlighting its massive pipeline of projects under construction and the systemic challenges related to grid integration and power transmission.

The Western Balkans have seen a 70% increase in prospective utility-scale solar and wind capacity over the past year, reaching 23 GW. This capacity could potentially displace planned gas-fired power plants and avert 103 million tonnes of lifetime CO2 emissions. However, only 6% of this prospective capacity is currently under construction, and the region remains heavily dependent on coal and hydropower.

This policy brief examines how the Global Minimum Tax (GMT) and other international tax reforms impact the design and effectiveness of tax incentives within Special Economic Zones (SEZs), particularly in developing countries. It argues that excessive reliance on tax holidays and exemptions is often ineffective for long-term competitiveness and may now lead to revenue loss as the GMT allows other jurisdictions to collect top-up taxes. The document recommends transitioning toward cost-based incentives, improving non-fiscal investment environments, and coordinating national policy to mitigate legal risks associated with investor-state dispute settlements.