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The document records the decisions made during the sixteenth meeting of the Conference of the Parties (CoP) of the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI), held in Bogotá, Colombia, on May 19-20, 2009.

This report, authored by Louis B. Brown, President of the Standing Committee on Rules and Procedures, provides recommendations to amend the Rules of Procedure for the Conference of the Parties (CoP) of the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI). The primary focus is resolving quorum issues to ensure the CoP can function effectively, alongside proposals to streamline delegation credentials, extend invitation timelines, and increase participation from smaller member countries with limited resources.

This case study examines a 1995 power purchasing agreement between Tanzania's Tanesco and Independent Power Tanzania Limited (IPTL). The deal is presented as a failed Public-Private Partnership characterized by alleged corruption, excessive costs, and a lack of feasibility studies, resulting in the state paying for unnecessary generating capacity while facing a deficit in grid infrastructure.

This report by the Center for International Environmental Law (CIEL) evaluates the World Bank's pilot projects using 'country systems' (CS) for environmental and social safeguards. CIEL argues that the approach fails to create permanent improvements in borrower countries' laws, weakens safeguard standards, lacks transparency, and creates barriers for communities seeking accountability through the Bank's Inspection Panel. The report warns that the Bank's plan to expand to 'country-wide' pilots is premature and recommends an independent public review and significantly increased transparency.

This document records the decisions made during the Fourteenth meeting of the Conference of the Parties (CoP) of the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI), held in Manaus, Brazil, on 14-15 June 2007. The meeting focused on administrative governance, budget approvals, and the renewal of leadership contracts.

The Standing Committee on Rules and Procedures of the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI) submitted a report on June 6, 2007, detailing proposed amendments to the Conference of the Parties (CoP) Rules of Procedure. These proposals aim to clarify party representation, refine the election process for the Scientific Advisory Committee (SAC), and update administrative procedures regarding meeting actions and resolutions.

This research paper by the Stockholm Environment Institute evaluates the Swedish Ozone Layer Protection programme (OLP), a bilateral initiative from 1999 to 2006 designed to support the implementation of the Montreal Protocol in developing countries and economies in transition. The report identifies country ownership, capacity building, and stakeholder participation as critical governance factors for the successful national phase-out of ozone-depleting substances (ODS). It argues that a shift from top-down regulation to bottom-up governance is necessary for sustainable implementation and provides recommendations for reforming the incentive structures of implementing agencies and the status of national ozone units.

The Action List from the Eleventh meeting of the Conference of the Parties (CoP) of the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI), held in Buenos Aires, Argentina, on June 30 and July 2, 2004, records the administrative and governance decisions made by the member countries. Key outcomes include the election of the Bureau and Executive Committee, approval of the 2004/2005 Annual Program and budget, and the establishment of a recruitment process for the IAI Director.

This report summarizes an electronic consultation facilitated by the International Institute for Sustainable Development (IISD) from May 6 to June 11, 2002, on behalf of the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and Business Action for Sustainable Development (BASD). The consultation, involving over 475 participants, explored the nature, planning, communication, evaluation, and long-term support of partnerships for sustainable development as a contribution to the World Summit on Sustainable Development (WSSD).

This guide by the International Institute for Sustainable Development (IISD) provides a framework for establishing and managing formal knowledge networks. It outlines a four-stage process—forming, organizing, formalizing, and institutionalizing relationships—to move beyond simple information exchange toward collaborative "working networks" that create joint value and influence policy processes.

This briefing document lists the actions and approvals finalized during the second day (July 20, 2001) of the Eighth Meeting of the Conference of the Parties (CoP) of the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI) held in Panama City.

This case study examines how Cartagena de Indias has maintained its climate change adaptation agenda despite significant institutional instability caused by the illness and death of Mayor Elias Terán and a subsequent rotation of acting mayors.

This policy brief describes the Global Islands’ Vulnerability Research Adaptation Policy and Development (GIVRAPD) Project, an interdisciplinary research initiative focused on understanding the socioeconomic, governance, and environmental factors that influence the vulnerability and adaptive capacity of small and medium-sized coastal communities in Small Island Developing States (SIDS).

This policy brief from the GIVRAPD project examines the disconnect between national climate adaptation policies and local-level implementation in Small Island Developing States (SIDS). It highlights the need to reconcile top-down national planning with local community needs through participatory planning and collaborative governance to overcome adaptation barriers.

This legal opinion, authored by Paul Kennedy SC on 16 May 2012, addresses the legal implications of the Water Tribunal operating without a duly appointed chairperson following the resignation of the previous chairperson on 31 December 2011.

This advocacy briefing outlines a 'participation blueprint' for the Board of the Loss and Damage Fund (LDF), arguing that meaningful participation by rightsholders and vulnerable communities is essential for the Fund's legitimacy and effectiveness. The document provides detailed recommendations for governance, operational modalities, and capacity-building to ensure the LDF adheres to human rights obligations and climate justice principles.

The PREPARE Act aims to institutionalize federal resilience and risk management through an interagency council, a government-wide oversight structure, and coordinated planning with State and local entities.

This report by Friends of the Earth International examines how the UN Food Systems Summit (UNFSS) facilitates 'corporate capture' by shifting from state-led multilateralism to a multistakeholder governance model.

This report by Friends of the Earth International examines how the United Nations Food Systems Summit (UNFSS) facilitates a shift from state-led multilateralism to 'multi-partnership' governance, which the authors argue allows multinational corporations to influence food system policies and promote corporate-friendly solutions.

This report critiques the UN Food Systems Summit for replacing state-led multilateralism with a multi-stakeholder approach, which the authors argue enables transnational corporations to dominate food systems governance and promote corporate-friendly solutions.