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A notification from the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI) establishing a new deadline of July 17, 2020, for nominating members to the Scientific Advisory Committee (SAC) ahead of the CoP-28 meeting on August 19, 2020.

This guide outlines the establishment of the Indigenous Peoples Advisory Committee (IPAC) within the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI). The IPAC, consisting of five members from indigenous communities in IAI member countries, is designed to provide expert advice on the IAI's scientific agenda and strategic plans by integrating Indigenous Science—defined via Canadian government standards—with Western science. The document details candidate requirements, which prioritize community leadership and traditional knowledge over formal degrees, and establishes a governance structure involving joint meetings with other scientific advisory committees and staggered terms ending after the 2026 CoP-34.

This document is a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed on 16 February 2023 between the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) and the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI) to establish a framework for cooperation on global change and atmospheric science.

A letter from the Chair of the Science Advisory Committee (SAC) to the Conference of the Parties (CoP) requesting the nomination of two members to the SAC by June 2021, detailing the required qualifications and desired areas of expertise.

This executive summary outlines the results of an evaluation conducted by the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research regarding policy priorities for global environmental change and the gap between science and policy across 17 countries in the Americas.

A letter from the Scientific Advisory Committee (SAC) to the Chair of the IAI Executive Council expressing urgent concern over the financial instability of the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI) and its impact on scientific programs.

The Science, Technology and Policy (STeP) fellowship program, implemented by the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI), is a two-year professional development initiative designed to bridge the gap between scientific evidence and public policy regarding global environmental change across the Americas.

The Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI) has issued Terms of Reference for a consultancy to develop training materials on science diplomacy related to global environmental change (GEC) in the Americas. This initiative supports the creation of a regional Center for Science Diplomacy (CSD) and the IAI's Science, Technology and Policy (STeP) Fellowship program.

The proposed update to the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI) strategic plan outlines a long-term framework from 2019 to 2044, with specific current actions planned for 2024-2030. The plan is structured around three themes: meeting the needs of member Parties regarding global environmental change, promoting science for sustainability in the Americas, and ensuring the organizational sustainability of the IAI.

This fact sheet describes the Trade Knowledge Network (TKN), a global collaboration of research institutions coordinated by the International Institute for Sustainable Development (IISD) since 1998. The TKN aims to promote sustainable development by strengthening research capacity in developing countries and generating policy analysis on trade and investment.

This draft concept paper, developed by the Hemispheric Working Group on Trade and Environment, proposes the creation of an Americas Environmental Accord (AEA) to coordinate environmental sustainability and trade policies across the Western Hemisphere. It analyzes existing sub-regional models—including Mercosur, CARICOM, the Andean Community, the Central American Common Market, and NAFTA—to identify best practices for transparency, civil society participation, and the integration of environmental standards into economic agreements. The document argues that the Free Trade Area of the Americas (FTAA) process should be supported by a coherent ecological cooperation agenda to ensure long-term sustainable development.

This policy brief, released in April 2001, proposes a 'triple-win strategy' to integrate trade liberalisation, environmental protection, and social development within the Free Trade Area of the Americas (FTAA) process. It argues for moving away from a sanctions-based approach toward a cooperation-driven model to overcome protectionist fears and civil society opposition.

This research paper by Howard Mann of the International Institute for Sustainable Development examines how international trade and investment agreements, specifically NAFTA and WTO rules, impact the management of water as a public good. The author argues that while states retain legal jurisdiction, these agreements can severely limit sovereign control, lock in weak domestic management practices, and prioritize foreign investor rights over local and indigenous needs through secretive arbitration processes.

The 'Protocolos Comunitarios Bioculturales: Kit de Herramientas para Facilitadores Comunitarios' is a comprehensive guide published by Natural Justice. It provides a framework and practical tools for Indigenous Peoples and local communities to document their customary laws, values, and decision-making processes into 'biocultural community protocols'. These protocols are designed to help communities manage their territories, protect their rights, and engage constructively with external actors such as governments, researchers, and corporations, thereby reducing power asymmetries and preventing conflicts over natural resources.

The "Biocultural Community Protocols: A Toolkit for Community Facilitators" is a guide published by Natural Justice to help Indigenous peoples and local communities document their customary laws, values, and decision-making processes. These protocols serve as instruments to manage interactions with external actors—such as governments, researchers, and companies—ensuring that community rights and stewardship of their territories are respected. The toolkit provides a comprehensive framework for facilitators to lead communities through the process of endogenous development, legal empowerment, and strategic advocacy.