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An open letter released by RMI and 10 other NGOs during COP28 calling for the urgent mobilization of transition finance to decarbonize high-emitting and hard-to-abate sectors. The document defines the characteristics of credible transition finance and provides specific calls to action for the financial sector, governments, and corporate issuers to overcome barriers such as greenwashing fears and high capital costs.

The International Institute for Sustainable Development proposes amendments to Bill C-50, the Canadian Sustainable Jobs Act, to enhance its accountability, inclusivity, and integration with climate policies, noting that while the bill provides a useful governance framework, existing gaps limit its efficacy.

This policy briefing outlines a strategic framework for South Africa to navigate the geopolitical energy transition by 2050. It advocates for a shift toward complex adaptive systems thinking and the adoption of four strategic priorities: fostering sustainable energy democracies, practicing active non-alignment in diplomacy, challenging 'used energy futures,' and implementing anticipatory energy governance to move beyond growth-centric economic models.

This report by the Climate Policy Initiative analyzes climate finance flows to small-scale agrifood systems for the 2019/20 period, revealing a significant funding gap and a sharp decline in investment compared to 2017/18. It highlights the critical role of small-scale producers in global food security and their high vulnerability to climate change, while recommending a 'just transition' approach to scale up equitable financing.

The South African Youth Statement, published by the South African Institute of International Affairs, outlines a comprehensive set of recommendations for climate action ahead of COP28. The document advocates for climate justice, intersectional approaches to protect marginalised groups, and a fundamental reform of global climate finance to support the Global South. It calls for a just energy transition in South Africa, the recognition of climate migrants under international law, and the transformation of food systems to mitigate greenhouse gas emissions.

A joint submission by the Centre for Environmental Rights (CER) and Natural Justice (NJ) providing critical feedback on the Electricity Regulation Amendment Bill [B23 – 2023]. The organizations argue that the Bill fails to sufficiently promote a just transition from fossil fuels, lacks necessary protections against the privatization of the electricity grid, and contains provisions that could undermine transparency and public participation in energy planning and procurement.

A statement by the Green Economy Coalition regarding the International Energy Agency's (IEA) updated Net Zero Roadmap and the outcomes of the International Climate and Energy Summit in Madrid.

The report by Global Energy Monitor (GEM) analyzes global coal mining employment and the necessity of a 'just transition' for workers. Using a new dataset from the Global Coal Mine Tracker, GEM estimates that nearly 2.7 million people are directly employed at operating coal mines. The report warns that hundreds of thousands of jobs are at risk due to planned mine closures by 2035 and 2050, regardless of climate policies, and that significantly more layoffs would occur if the world adheres to 1.5°C and 2°C warming scenarios.

The Universal Basic Income Coalition (UBIC), a group of South African civil society organisations, advocates for a universal basic income (UBI) for adults aged 18 to 59 to address structural unemployment, extreme inequality, and poverty. The coalition proposes a rights-based macroeconomic shift away from fiscal austerity toward a redistributive system where a basic income is guaranteed, unconditional, and pegged to national poverty lines to ensure human dignity and social protection.

A statement from the World Resources Institute (WRI) regarding the United Auto Workers (UAW) strikes against Ford, Stellantis, and General Motors, emphasizing the need for worker protections and unionization during the transition to electric vehicle (EV) manufacturing in the United States.

This report by the International Institute for Sustainable Development (IISD) evaluates Canada's 2030 Emissions Reduction Plan (ERP) and Budget 2022 to determine how climate policies impact poverty and inequality. Analyzing a sample of 67 measures, the report finds that while many policies reduce emissions, they do not automatically produce positive social outcomes and some may even exacerbate systemic inequality without specific social safeguards.

This research paper examines the evolution of multilateralism through the lens of relations between the European Union (EU) and the BRICS grouping (Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa), particularly against the backdrop of the Russia-Ukraine conflict. The author argues that a 'structural disjuncture' exists between the EU's preference for bilateral strategic partnerships and BRICS' pursuit of an inclusive, South-South multilateral model that challenges Western-led global governance and economic norms.

The Centre for Environmental Rights, on behalf of the Life after Coal Campaign, submitted further comments on the draft South African Renewable Energy Masterplan (SAREM) in August 2023. The submission argues that gender equality and justice must be a deliberate, central outcome of the energy transition rather than an afterthought, as systemic patriarchy and existing discrimination currently limit women's participation in the renewable energy sector.

This report examines climate adaptation projects in Bolivia's water sector, funded by the Climate Investment Funds (CIF) under the Pilot Program for Climate Resilience (PPCR), to derive lessons for supporting just transitions in water resource management.

This briefing from the Stockholm Environment Institute argues that companies integrating environmental, economic, and social impact governance into their supply chains will be more resilient to climate risks and better equipped to manage the transition to net-zero economies.

This report by the Climate Policy Initiative (CPI/PUC-Rio) maps Brazil's public policies for climate mitigation and adaptation in agriculture, evaluating them through the lens of a 'just transition.' It identifies a framework of policies that aim to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and increase resilience, while highlighting the need to better include vulnerable groups such as family farmers and traditional communities to ensure social and economic equity.

This report by the Africa Policy Research Institute examines the potential impacts of the G7 Climate Club on African countries. While acknowledging the goal of achieving global net-zero emissions by mid-century, the author argues that the Club's current design—particularly its focus on rapid decarbonisation and carbon-leakage reduction—could undermine African economic growth, energy security, and industrialisation. The report calls for a co-designed approach that prioritises climate justice, technological transfer, and financial support over trade-based sanctions.

This session brief summarizes a discussion held on 20 April 2023 during the Think2030 Dialogue Sweden, focusing on balancing short-term energy crisis fixes with long-term sustainable policies within the European Union.

The International Institute for Sustainable Development (IISD) evaluates the draft Canadian Sustainable Jobs Act, acknowledging it as a positive step for the just transition while calling for specific amendments to strengthen accountability and support for workers and Indigenous Peoples.

This research paper analyzes the evolving energy relations between Germany and Africa, noting a shift from traditional development cooperation toward a broader approach combining energy diplomacy, foreign policy, and technical cooperation. The author highlights a tension between Germany's commitment to a 'just transition' and its strategic interests in securing both renewable energy (particularly green hydrogen) and fossil fuel imports to ensure energy security.