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The document examines the Taranaki region's transition to a low-carbon economy, highlighting the Taranaki Roadmap 2050 and the role of the Just Transitions Unit. It details efforts to diversify the regional economy, support workers through retraining and proposed insurance, and integrate Māori worldviews into success metrics. While praising the proactive and inclusive planning, the author notes that onshore oil and gas permits are still being granted and the long-term effectiveness of the diversification strategies remains to be seen.

The document analyzes New Zealand's proactive approach to transitioning the Taranaki region away from offshore oil and gas. It highlights the creation of the Taranaki 2050 Roadmap, the role of the Just Transition Unit, and the integration of Māori rights and labor unions in regional economic diversification. While praising the inclusive planning and the establishment of the Ara Ake energy center, the author notes that the transition is in its early stages and that onshore oil and gas production remains a significant gap in the country's climate goals.

The International Institute for Sustainable Development (IISD) developed a mapping framework and findings template to evaluate VLRs. The methodology is based on UN DESA's Global Guiding Elements and adapted to include Canadian-specific priorities, such as the Truth and Reconciliation Commission Calls to Action and OCAP principles. The framework consists of 11 categories and 101 sub-components. Pilot applications to VLRs from Kelowna, Winnipeg, Espoo, and Malmö indicate that while Canadian cities are making strides in reporting on Indigenous populations, there are significant gaps in disaggregated data and the description of specific local-level efforts to 'leave no one behind'.

A lawsuit led by six federally recognized Indian tribes and Earthjustice resulted in a 2021 U.S. District Court ruling to vacate the Navigable Waters Protection Rule. The court found the rule contained "serious errors" and posed a risk of "significant harm to the nation’s waters." This ruling restored water protections that had been in place since 1986, specifically benefiting wetlands, headwater streams, and desert washes in the West, Southwest, and Great Lakes regions that had been excluded from Clean Water Act safeguards.

The author contends that while geopolitical tensions highlight Arctic security, the most urgent threat to Northern Canada is climate change, which exacerbates existing infrastructure deficits. The text emphasizes that investing in adaptation and infrastructure—such as airports and ports—would benefit both local communities and national defense, while noting that current gaps in housing, food security, and water access leave Northern residents highly vulnerable.

The document details the transition of Natasha and Andrew Akiwenzie from operating a commercial fishery to establishing the Bagida’waad Alliance, a non-profit focused on climate awareness and Indigenous stewardship. It describes how increasing storm intensity, warming waters, and invasive species led to the decline of the lake cisco (corégone) and the eventual closure of their business in 2018. The Bagida’waad Alliance now engages youth through filmmaking, digital media, and land-based learning, while advocating for the integration of Indigenous knowledge into federal and provincial climate policies.

The document denounces the June 2022 assassinations of indigenist activist Bruno Araújo Pereira and journalist Dom Phillips in Brazil's Vale do Javari. It attributes the worsening violence against Indigenous Peoples to the government of Jair Bolsonaro and the management of the National Indian Foundation (FUNAI). The organization demands transparent investigations into the murders and the protection of Indigenous territories from illegal loggers, miners, and drug traffickers.

Friends of the Earth International condemns the June 2022 murders of Bruno Araújo Pereira and Dom Phillips in the Vale do Javari indigenous territory. The organization links these killings to a broader pattern of systemic violence against indigenous peoples and land defenders under the government of Jair Bolsonaro, exacerbated by illegal logging, mining, and drug trafficking. It calls for transparent investigations into the perpetrators and the protection of indigenous land rights and self-determination.

Civil society organizations are calling for the immediate passage of Bill C-226, which would create Canada's first legal framework to assess and prevent environmental racism. The authors argue that marginalized groups, particularly Indigenous peoples, suffer disproportionate impacts from polluting industries and environmental hazards, and they urge the government to implement a national strategy and accountability mechanisms to ensure equal protection and access to decision-making.

The 1972 Stockholm Conference established the foundation for modern environmental diplomacy by linking environment and development. Its legacies include the creation of the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), the catalyst for numerous multilateral environmental agreements (MEAs) such as the Montreal Protocol and the Rio Conventions, and the introduction of legal principles like the precautionary principle and the polluter-pays principle. While it expanded participation to include NGOs and Indigenous Peoples, the document notes that implementation of these frameworks lags behind the accelerating 'triple planetary crisis' of climate change, biodiversity loss, and pollution.

The document outlines how climate-induced loss and damage (L&D) violates fundamental human rights and calls for the establishment of a Loss and Damage Finance Facility (LDFF) and the operationalization of the Santiago Network (SNLD) based on human rights standards. It highlights specific examples of L&D in South Africa, India, Pakistan, and the Arctic, arguing that wealthy nations have an extraterritorial obligation to provide compensation and support. The authors advocate for inclusive Loss and Damage Needs Assessments (LDNAs), universal social protection schemes, and legal protections for climate-induced displacement.

Northern Canada faces a double threat of inadequate existing infrastructure and a climate warming three times faster than the global average. Permafrost thaw is causing runways to warp, roads to collapse, and building foundations to crack. The report finds that while incremental adaptations like thermosyphons and embankment cooling can reduce costs, transformative adaptations—such as relocating infrastructure or leapfrogging to new technologies—are necessary for long-term resilience. The analysis highlights a significant 'infrastructure gap' rooted in colonial history, where many communities lack basic services like piped water and broadband internet, exacerbating the vulnerability of Indigenous Peoples.

The report highlights a 'double threat' in Northern Canada: inadequate existing infrastructure and a climate warming three times faster than the global average. Permafrost thaw is causing significant structural damage to runways, roads, and residential buildings, which threatens essential services like healthcare and food security. The authors argue that while incremental adaptation (e.g., thermosiphons) can delay costs, 'transformational adaptation'—repensuring how services are delivered and where infrastructure is located—is necessary to address systemic deficits rooted in colonial history. The report recommends federal funding restructuring, improved regional climate risk data, and updated building codes to ensure long-term resilience.

Global Witness analysis indicates that industrial rubber plantations in West and Central Africa caused nearly 520km2 of deforestation between 2000 and 2020. The report highlights that the EU imports over 30% of rubber from six key African producers, yet rubber was excluded from proposed EU anti-deforestation laws following tyre industry lobbying. The study links this deforestation to three multinational companies—Olam, Halcyon Agri, and Socfin—which are financed by major European banks. Additionally, the report documents severe impacts on local and indigenous communities, including land loss, lack of water, and violent repression in countries like Cote d’Ivoire and Nigeria.

The document defines the conceptual landscape of nature-based solutions, distinguishing between general NbS, climate-specific NbCS, and adaptation-focused EbA. It argues that for these solutions to be effective and legitimate, they must be grounded in risk assessments and incorporate robust social and environmental safeguards to prevent rights violations, the commodification of nature, and ecological harm. The brief highlights the importance of three pillars—gender responsiveness, social inclusion, and biodiversity benefits—and provides global case studies demonstrating the application of EbA across various ecosystems.

The document defines the conceptual landscape of nature-based climate solutions, distinguishing between the broad umbrella of NbS and the adaptation-specific focus of EbA. It argues that for these measures to be legitimate and effective, they must be grounded in risk assessments and robust social and environmental safeguards to prevent rights violations and biodiversity loss. The text provides practical examples of EbA across various ecosystems and outlines a framework for future implementation based on gender responsiveness, social inclusion, and biodiversity benefits.

The statement by Cree Elder Doreen Spence calls for the restoration of communication rights for Indigenous Peoples in Canada, emphasizing the role of media accountability, church involvement in reconciliation, and the importance of oral history in countering the legacy of colonial genocide and assimilation.

The document argues against the use of the Defense Production Act (DPA) to subsidize the mining of critical minerals, advocating instead for a circular economy based on recycling and reuse. It demands that if DPA mechanisms are used for metals such as lithium, nickel, and cobalt, the US government must mandate free, prior, and informed consent (FPIC) from Indigenous communities, binding human rights due diligence, and strong anti-corruption measures. The authors emphasize the need to avoid repeating the 'generational trauma' of past government-subsidized mining and suggest the US adopt frameworks similar to the EU Battery Directive.

The document examines the critical role of forests in climate regulation and biodiversity, noting that 420 million hectares have been lost since 1990. It analyzes the shift from failed attempts at a global forests convention to a polycentric governance system involving the UN Forum on Forests, REDD, and private sector deforestation commitments. The brief highlights the risks of carbon offsets and monoculture plantations, arguing that successful forest protection requires holistic valuation, strong political will, and the alignment of financial incentives.

The executive summary outlines a strategy for Canada to reach carbon neutrality by shifting from fossil fuels to clean electricity. It emphasizes the need for a massive expansion of electricity production capacity, the acceleration of wind and solar deployment, and the implementation of 'electro-federalism'—a coordinated policy approach across all levels of government to manage the transition and ensure equity.