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This document provides the technical annexes for the Renewable Energy Scale-Up Facility (RESF), detailing the financial modeling, assumptions, and expected impacts of a proposed USD 100 million equity fund designed to scale up wind and solar projects in developing regions, particularly Latin America.

This working paper by the Climate and Development Knowledge Network (CDKN) discusses the application of six models and frameworks to help organisations prioritise learning, specifically within the complex context of integrating climate change into development action.

EcoPost, founded by Lorna Rutto in 2009 in Nairobi, Kenya, recycles plastic waste into durable building materials to combat urban pollution and deforestation. The company targets 1 million kilos of recycling annually, employs over 2,250 people (including 2,000 casual collectors), and provides health benefits and above-average wages. By replacing timber, EcoPost helps mitigate the loss of 5,000 hectares of Kenyan forest per year.

This research paper analyzes the German G20 presidency in 2017, focusing on Germany's strategic initiatives for Africa and the challenges posed by the United States' shift toward protectionism under President Donald Trump.

This working paper outlines the Climate and Development Knowledge Network's (CDKN) approach to 'capability development' as a means to bridge the gap between climate ambitions and implementation. It distinguishes capability (the ability and willingness to act) from capacity (resources and scale) and identifies four key capability types: technical, relational, strategic, and institutional. The document details a seven-step iterative process for building these capabilities and provides case studies from Rwanda and Madhya Pradesh, India, to illustrate the application of this approach in real-world contexts.

This working paper describes the experience of the Climate and Development Knowledge Network (CDKN) in becoming a learning organisation to better address the complex challenges of integrating climate change into development action. It outlines six models and frameworks—levels of learning, complexity models, adaptive and generative learning, action-reflection cycles, design principles, and core building blocks—that CDKN has used to systematise its approach to capturing and applying knowledge.

This policy briefing examines the institutionalisation of pan-Africanism and the African Renaissance within African institutions, specifically the African Peer Review Mechanism (APRM). It explores the tension between universal governance norms and the need for African-led ownership and localisation to avoid neo-colonialism.

This research paper by the Climate and Development Knowledge Network (CDKN) explores the concept of 'bankability' in the context of climate finance to help developing countries create project proposals that can successfully attract international funding. It argues that climate bankability extends beyond traditional financial returns to include socioeconomic and environmental impacts, and provides a checklist of determinants to guide project developers in aligning proposals with the requirements of multilateral funds like the Green Climate Fund (GCF).

This CDKN Essentials fact sheet outlines the importance of building climate resilience in cities, particularly in Africa, Asia, and Latin America. It highlights the role of local authorities as leaders in innovation and the challenges they face regarding resources and decision-making power, while showcasing specific CDKN initiatives in India, Colombia, and other regions to support climate-compatible development.

This report summarizes the Sixth Annual Meeting of the San Giorgio Group, held on 8-9 May 2017 in Venice. The discussions focused on scaling up green, low-emissions finance by improving climate finance tracking, evolving financial architecture in emerging markets, overcoming funding constraints for cities, utilizing innovative financial instruments, and enhancing climate risk disclosure to accelerate the implementation of Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs).

This report by the Institute for Security Studies analyzes the agenda for the 29th African Union (AU) Summit, the operational challenges of the African Standby Force (ASF), and the Peace and Security Council's (PSC) decision-making trends. It specifically examines the political crises in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and South Sudan, as well as counter-terrorism efforts in the Sahel and Somalia.

This policy briefing examines the interdependence between the 'Blue Economy' and maritime security within the African maritime domain, arguing that a thriving ocean economy is impossible without integrated governance that addresses criminal activity at sea.

This policy briefing by the South African Institute of International Affairs examines the opportunities and constraints of transitioning to low-carbon energy in Africa, focusing on West Africa and Nigeria. It argues that while the continent has vast renewable potential, progress is hindered by fragmented governance, inadequate investment, and a lack of coordination between niche projects and national grids.

This technical appendix details the econometric analysis supporting a policy brief on the relationship between hunger and migration. Using data from 1990 to 2015, the authors examine how international migration stocks are affected by demographic, political, and economic variables, concluding that while population and political stability are robust drivers, the links to poverty and undernourishment are complex and often insignificant in broad samples.

This research paper discusses the restorative justice mandate of the International Criminal Court (ICC), specifically focusing on the role of the Trust Fund for Victims (TFV) in providing reparations and assistance to victims of war crimes and crimes against humanity.

This policy briefing examines why 'technology for transparency and accountability' (T4T&A) initiatives in Africa have failed to achieve large-scale impact despite expanding mobile networks and falling costs. The author argues that failures stem from a poor understanding of technology, a lack of user research, and a tendency for non-tech organisations to build custom tools from scratch rather than using existing ones. The document recommends shifting from short-term pilots to building a supportive innovation ecosystem that emphasises iterative learning and stronger links between technologists and accountability actors.

This policy brief examines the relationship between natural resource extraction and the funding of four violent extremist groups in Africa: al-Shabaab, the Lord's Resistance Army (LRA), the Janjaweed militia, and Boko Haram. It finds that while some groups rely heavily on illicit trade in charcoal, ivory, or gold, others have little to no connection to resource extraction.

This policy brief by the South African Institute of International Affairs (SAIIA) criticizes the development of the Total Official Support for Sustainable Development (TOSSD) statistic. The author argues that the measure, driven by the OECD, lacks transparency, excludes the perspectives of developing countries, and risks undermining existing Official Development Assistance (ODA) commitments by allowing donors to inflate their contributions through the inclusion of non-concessional loans and in-donor costs.

A statement by World Resources Institute (WRI) President and CEO Andrew Steer explaining the motivations behind the People's Climate March, contrasting the despair caused by climate damage and political inertia with the hope provided by sustainable urban, agricultural, and economic transitions.

This policy brief by the Environmental and Energy Study Institute (EESI) analyzes the Trump Administration's FY2018 'skinny budget' proposal. It details significant proposed funding cuts across multiple federal agencies, specifically targeting climate change programs, sustainable energy research, rural development, and public transportation infrastructure, while prioritizing national security and space exploration.