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A report by Zero Carbon Analytics quantifies the economic risk to Europe-bound Brazilian soy exports caused by declining river levels in the Amazon. The analysis indicates that by mid-century, up to USD 1 billion in annual soy trade passing through the ports of Manaus and Santarém could be exposed to disruption due to critically low river flows driven by climate change and deforestation.

This research paper examines the evolving landscape of critical minerals diplomacy, arguing that current multilateral trade rules are insufficient to balance the economic security needs of consuming nations with the industrialization goals of resource-rich developing countries. The author analyzes the rise of non-binding sectoral partnerships and plurilateral initiatives led by developed nations, warning that these may reinforce power asymmetries. The paper proposes utilizing the World Trade Organization (WTO) or regional groupings as more neutral platforms to establish a rules-based system that supports sustainable sourcing and domestic value addition in producer economies.

This briefing by GreenCape examines the commercial challenges facing the Black Soldier Fly (BSF) agriculture sector, specifically regarding large-scale, centralised models. It argues that the industry is caught in a "Commodity Trap" by attempting to displace low-cost bulk proteins and synthetic fertilisers. The document recommends a strategic pivot toward high-performance, functional additives and bioactive soil amendments to justify premium pricing and overcome scaling and regulatory hurdles.

This policy brief by the International Institute for Sustainable Development examines the role of trade and investment agreements in the critical minerals boom, highlighting the tension between importing countries' desire for stable raw material access and exporting countries' goals for domestic value addition and sustainability.

This briefing by RMI outlines a strategic framework for the next US administration to sustain and advance the green industrial strategy initiated by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL), CHIPS and Science Act (CHIPS), and Inflation Reduction Act (IRA). It emphasizes three primary goals: accelerating economic growth through decarbonization, restoring US global manufacturing and innovation leadership, and ensuring clean energy investments reduce the cost of living and revitalize disadvantaged communities.

This report analyzes sustainable production and consumption trends in the global banana industry, focusing on the role of voluntary sustainability standards (VSS) in supporting producers against price fluctuations and environmental risks.

This policy discussion brief from the Stockholm Environment Institute examines the role of the private sector in climate adaptation, emphasizing the need for businesses to assess physical climate risks across global supply chains and integrate justice and equity into their resilience measures.

This report, funded by the Nordic Council of Ministers, examines transboundary climate risks—indirect, cross-border impacts of climate change—and provides guidance for Nordic governments and business leaders to enhance adaptation and resilience through regional and international cooperation.

The Forum on Trade, Environment, & the SDGs argues that the lack of a formal, ministerial-level international agenda for climate and trade leads to policy silos and trade tensions. The author proposes the creation of a Trade Ministers’ Coalition for Cooperation on Climate Action to align global trade flows with the Paris Agreement and ensure a just transition.

This case study describes how the French cosmetics company Yves Rocher used the Corporate Ecosystem Services Review (ESR) framework in 2009 to develop a corporate-wide biodiversity strategy. The process led to the creation of an action plan focused on supply chain resilience, facility management, and customer communication to secure raw material inputs and enhance brand value.