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The report examines 50 years of Enhanced Geothermal Systems (EGS) development, synthesizing data from 103 projects to identify trends in drilling speed, cost, and production. It highlights a shift toward commercial viability driven by oil and gas techniques, such as horizontal drilling and multi-well pads, and notes a surge in power purchase agreements (PPAs) totaling over 610 MWe. The analysis emphasizes that while incremental and step-change innovations have improved performance, further research into superhot rock and better data transparency are needed for global scaling.

The 33rd meeting of the IAI Conference of the Parties (CoP-33) in Asunción, Paraguay, focused on strengthening regional scientific cooperation to address global environmental change. Key outcomes include the adoption of the Asunción Declaration on Water Security, Biodiversity, and Climate Resilience, the establishment of the Indigenous People Advisory Committee (IPAC), and the launch of new transdisciplinary and science diplomacy curricula. The meeting also addressed funding uncertainties for Belmont Forum Collaborative Research Actions (CRAs) and approved the appointment of the World Meteorological Organization (WMO), the American Geophysical Union (AGU), and the Venezuelan Institute for Scientific Research (IVIC) as Associates. A special session on Paraguay highlighted the increasing intensity of droughts and wildfires, emphasizing the need for improved early warning systems and the integration of science into diplomatic negotiations for water management.

The Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI) has announced the adoption of the Asunción Declaration on 30 May 2025 during the 33rd Conference of the Parties (CoP-33) in Paraguay. The declaration focuses on the nexus of water security, biodiversity, and climate resilience, committing members to science-informed responses to weather-related extreme events. The document was informed by workshops on drought management and regional priorities, and it reaffirms IAI principles including open data sharing and regional governance.

The Asunción Declaration, issued on May 30, 2025, outlines a regional framework for the Americas to address climate extremes such as droughts and floods. It emphasizes the integration of transdisciplinary science, indigenous knowledge, and open data exchange to improve early warning systems and protect water, food, health, and energy security. The declaration highlights the region's 69% renewable energy share while noting the vulnerability of energy sources to climate events.

The Declaration of the Parties and Associated Institutions of the IAI outlines a commitment to enhance climate resilience in the Americas through transdisciplinary science, improved early warning systems, and science diplomacy. It highlights the risks that extreme weather events, particularly droughts, pose to food security and the energy transition, noting that while 69% of energy in Latin America and the Caribbean comes from renewable sources, hydroelectric power remains vulnerable. The signatories pledge to promote open data sharing, evidence-based public policy, and the mobilization of resources to support the United Nations 'Early Warning for All' initiative by 2027.

The Declaration of Asunción, issued on May 30, 2025, outlines a commitment by IAI member countries and associated institutions to enhance climate resilience in the Americas. The parties pledge to strengthen multi-hazard early warning systems, promote transdisciplinary science, and foster scientific diplomacy to address the increasing frequency of extreme weather events. The declaration emphasizes the integration of indigenous and traditional knowledge and the exchange of open data to support evidence-based policy and sustainable management of water and ecosystems.

The report details a multi-stakeholder event focused on enhancing drought resilience in the Americas. It covers the role of the UNCCD in global drought economics, WMO climate findings for Latin America and the Caribbean, the technical requirements for drought early warning systems (EWS), and case studies from the Southern Cone and the Yacyretá hydroelectric plant. The document emphasizes the need for science-policy integration, innovative financing models involving the private sector, and the use of science diplomacy to coordinate regional responses to climate-driven water scarcity.

The document details a multi-stakeholder event focused on drought resilience in the Americas, highlighting the critical role of Early Warning Systems (EWS) and the need for better integration between scientific research and public policy. It discusses global trends in drought frequency, regional climate impacts in Latin America and the Caribbean, and specific case studies such as the SISSA project in the Southern Cone and water management at the Yacyretá hydroelectric plant. The report emphasizes the importance of scientific diplomacy, innovative financing models involving the private sector, and the necessity of co-designing climate services with end-users to ensure sustainability and effectiveness.

This briefing, prepared by the permanent representative of Paraguay for the thirty-third meeting of the Conference of the Parties to the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI), proposes that the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) be invited to become an Associate of the Institute. The document outlines the WMO's regional and global roles in climate cooperation and details its existing collaborative activities with the IAI since 2022.

The document, prepared by Paraguay for the 33rd meeting of the Conference of the Parties in Asunción, argues that the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) meets the criteria under Article XI of the IAI Agreement to become an Associate. It highlights the WMO's regional presence in the Americas, its global leadership in climate cooperation through the Global Framework for Climate Services (GFCS), and a history of collaboration with the IAI since 2022, including joint research on health, climate, and drought management.

The Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI) has issued a draft Declaration of Asunción on Water Security, Biodiversity, and Climate Resilience in the Americas. The document invites IAI Parties, Associates, and advisory committees to review and formally endorse the declaration during the 33rd Conference of the Parties (CoP-33) in Asunción, Paraguay, from 29-30 May 2025. The declaration is intended to advance scientific collaboration and policy action regarding the intersection of water, biodiversity, and climate resilience, aligning with Theme 2 of the IAI’s Scientific Agenda.

The IAI Committee on Oceans, Islands and Coastal Regions declares its commitment to establishing a transdisciplinary research and training program aligned with the UN Decade of Ocean Science. The statement emphasizes the 'One Blue Health' approach, the importance of blue carbon ecosystems for 30x30 goals, and the need for innovative financing mechanisms like blue bonds to support Latin America, the Caribbean, and Small Island Developing States (SIDS). It advocates for the integration of indigenous and local knowledge and the use of transdisciplinary science to inform ocean governance and climate adaptation.

The IAI Steering Committee on Oceans, Islands, and Coastal Zones advocates for a transdisciplinary approach to ocean science in the Americas, emphasizing the 'Blue One Health' framework and the integration of Indigenous and local knowledge. The statement prioritizes the development of a regional research program under the UN Decade of Ocean Science, the management of the Caribbean sargassum crisis, and the expansion of innovative financing mechanisms like blue bonds for Latin America, the Caribbean, and Small Island Developing States.

The IAI and its partners commit to enhancing regional resilience in the Americas by integrating transdisciplinary science into early warning systems for droughts and floods, promoting scientific diplomacy, and ensuring open data exchange to support agriculture, energy, and ecosystem management.

The 33rd Meeting of the Conference of the Parties to the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI) approved the core budget for 2025–2026 and adopted the Asunción Declaration on Water Security, Biodiversity, and Climate Resilience in the Americas. The meeting focused on strengthening the link between science and policy through regional mechanisms and the invitation of new Associates, including the World Meteorological Organization, the American Geophysical Union, and the Venezuelan Institute for Scientific Research. Additionally, the Conference approved an Open Access to Data and Publications Policy and revised procedures for granting permanent observer status.

The 33rd Meeting of the IAI Conference of the Parties approved the 2025-2026 operating budget, the Asunción Declaration on Water Security, Biodiversity, and Climate Resilience in the Americas, and a new policy on open access to data and publications. The meeting also extended invitations for the World Meteorological Organization (WMO), the American Geophysical Union (AGU), and the Venezuelan Institute for Scientific Research (IVIC) to become Associates of the Institute.

This joint report from the Scientific Advisory Committee (SAC) and the Science and Policy Advisory Committee (SPAC) of the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI) details the committees' activities, membership updates, and strategic recommendations ahead of the 33rd Conference of the Parties (CoP-33) in Asunción, Paraguay.

This briefing document, prepared by the IAI Directorate for the 33rd meeting of the Conference of the Parties, outlines recommendations from the Advisory Board of the IAI Science Diplomacy Center (SDC). The recommendations focus on expanding capacity building, redesigning fellowship programs, addressing emerging issues like artificial intelligence, and launching a digital Knowledge Hub to integrate science, policy, and diplomacy across the Americas.

The document outlines the process for renewing or filling memberships for the IAI's Science Advisory Committee (SAC) and Science Policy Advisory Committee (SPAC) ahead of the 33rd meeting of the Conference of the Parties (CoP-33) in May 2025. It recommends the renewal of specific members based on their contributions and specifies the scientific and professional criteria required for new nominees, with a particular emphasis on addressing the underrepresentation of Central America and the Caribbean.

The document provides guidance for the nomination and re-nomination of members to the IAI's Scientific Advisory Committee (SAC) and Science and Policy Advisory Committee (SPAC). It recommends the renewal of mandates for several current members and specifies criteria for new candidates, emphasizing scientific excellence, international recognition in the Americas, and a need for better representation from Central America and the Caribbean. Nominations are due by April 28, 2025, with elections scheduled for May 29-30, 2025, during CoP-33 in Asunción, Paraguay.