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The Institute for Economic Justice (IEJ) 2023–2027 Strategy outlines a five-year plan to advance economic justice in South Africa and across the African continent. The organization aims to move from a 'start up' phase into 'consolidation' and 'growth' by utilizing a research-policy-advocacy nexus to challenge neoliberal economic orthodoxies and promote systemic change that prioritizes human and planetary wellbeing.

This case study describes the 2017 debt for climate (DFC) swap in the Seychelles, the first of its kind focused on ocean protection, and outlines the general structural requirements and criteria for implementing similar DFC instruments in other middle-income countries.

This report by the Climate Bonds Initiative and SynTao Green Finance analyzes the potential for green bond issuance in China to support its transition to a low-carbon economy. It details the investment needs under the 13th Five-Year Plan, the role of green finance pilot zones, and the regulatory framework governing green bonds. The document emphasizes the need for private sector capital to fill a significant funding gap and advocates for the harmonization of green definitions to attract international investors.

This policy brief analyzes the role of credit cooperatives in Brazil's rural credit system, highlighting their growth during economic instability and their function as a mechanism for financial inclusion for small and medium-sized rural producers.

The Mpumalanga Spatial Development Framework (PSDF) is a strategic report designed to guide the province's spatial transformation, aiming to reverse apartheid-era spatial imbalances and promote sustainable, inclusive economic growth. It proposes a polycentric growth management model based on a hierarchy of growth centres and corridors to integrate urban and rural areas.

This policy brief by the Climate Policy Initiative (CPI) and the Núcleo de Avaliação de Políticas Climáticas da PUC-Rio (NAPC), in partnership with the Banco Central do Brasil (Bacen), analyzes the distribution channels of rural credit in Brazil. The document argues that the current design of rural credit policy and its distribution through banks and cooperatives create artificial fluctuations and uncertainties for producers, as access to financing is often determined by the geographic presence of financial institutions rather than local agricultural potential.

The Climate Bonds Standard & Certification Scheme Assurance Framework, published by the Climate Bonds Initiative (CBI), establishes the principles, governance, and operational requirements for the independent assurance of Certified Climate Bonds. It defines the role of Approved Verifiers, the two-phase certification process (pre-issuance and post-issuance), and the oversight mechanisms managed by the Climate Bonds Standard Secretariat and the Climate Bonds Standard Board to ensure consistency and rigour in the labelling of low carbon and climate resilient investments.

This research paper argues that green industrial policy should focus on 'rent management' rather than the avoidance of rent creation. The authors contend that creating rents (extra profits) is necessary to attract investment into risky green technologies where markets fail, and that the primary challenge is defining the correct amount of profit to offer and knowing when to withdraw it as markets mature.

This briefing describes a risk management approach to decision-making in the Caribbean, as outlined in the Implementation Plan (IP) for the Regional Framework for Achieving Development Resilient to Climate Change. The document emphasizes the need for a transformational change in policy setting to build low-carbon, climate-resilient economies by integrating risk management into national planning and sustainable development goals.

The National Chairman's Annual Statement 2008 from the South African Institute of International Affairs (SAIIA) discusses South Africa's evolving role in global affairs as it approaches the 2009 elections. The statement emphasizes the link between domestic governance and international credibility, outlining three critical tests for the state: responsible leadership during political transition, the resilience of democratic institutions, and the quality of policy implementation in areas such as climate change and conflict resolution. It further addresses regional instability in Africa, the influence of emerging powers like China and India, and the necessity of transitioning to a low-carbon economy.

The Climate Bonds Standard Version 3.0 is a guide published by the Climate Bonds Initiative that establishes a certification scheme for debt instruments. It provides a framework to verify that bond proceeds are used for projects and assets consistent with a low carbon and climate resilient economy, aligning with the Green Bond Principles.

The Climate Bonds Initiative provides capacity building and technical assistance services in sustainable finance, offering three tiers of training: foundational courses, deep dives, and spotlight modules. These programs are designed to support the transition to a low carbon economy and have reached over 5,000 professionals globally.

This guide provides the assessment methodology and verification procedures for Approved Verifiers conducting engagements under the Climate Bonds Standard & Certification Scheme. It details the requirements for pre-issuance, post-issuance, and periodic verification, outlining the different levels of assurance (Reasonable, Limited, and Agreed-Upon Procedures) and the specific reporting standards (ISAE 3000 and ISRS 4400) that must be followed to certify that bonds finance projects consistent with a low carbon and climate resilient economy.

The Green Economy Strategy Framework by GreenCape outlines goals to establish the Western Cape as a leading green economic hub in Africa and the lowest carbon province, focusing on renewable energy, resource efficiency, and green technology investment.

GreenCape has issued a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for a full conference package to support a project for the German International Climate Initiative (JUST SA). The package includes venue hire, catering, accommodation, and a recreational activity for 30 delegates in the Kruger Lowveld region of Mpumalanga from 21 to 25 May 2024.

This report, produced by the International Institute for Sustainable Development (IISD) in partnership with the Ministry of Commerce of China (MOFCOM), analyzes the sustainability of China's fish and fish products market supply chains. Using a Global Commodity Chain Sustainability Analysis (GCCSA) framework, the study examines three specific case studies: tilapia aquaculture, cod reprocessing, and the live reef food fish trade (LRFFT). The report evaluates these chains across ecological, economic, and social dimensions, highlighting China's pivotal role as a global producer, processor, and consumer. It identifies critical challenges including illegal, unreported, and unregulated (IUU) fishing, traceability gaps, and environmental degradation, while recommending the adoption of national traceability systems, sustainability certifications, and strategic policy integration with China's Five-Year Plans to ensure long-term sector viability.