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The Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI) notified parties that the Senate of Argentina issued a Declaration on 15 October 2020 recognizing the importance of a 2019 seminar focused on integrating global change knowledge into decision-making processes within the La Plata Basin.

A notification from the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI) announcing that the Senate of Argentina issued a declaration on October 15, 2020, recognizing the importance of an IAI seminar on integrating global change knowledge into decision-making processes in the La Plata Basin.

This report by the NewClimate Institute, PBL Netherlands Environmental Assessment Agency, and IIASA provides an update on climate mitigation policies, COVID-19 response measures, and the status of Nationally Determined Contributions (NDC) and Long-Term Strategies (LTS) across 25 countries and regions between July 2019 and August 2020.

This report, produced by Friends of the Earth International, the World March of Women, and the Latin American Network of Women Transforming the Economy (REMTE), synthesizes a webinar on feminist economics and environmentalism. It argues that the COVID-19 pandemic is a symptom of a systemic crisis caused by a capitalist, racist, and patriarchal model. The document proposes a 'just recovery' centered on the sustainability of life, the decommodification of public services, and a rupture with neoliberal doctrines to prioritize social, environmental, and gender justice.

This report, produced by Friends of the Earth International, the World March of Women, and the Latin American Network on Women Transforming the Economy (REMTE), presents a feminist and environmentalist critique of the capitalist system in the wake of the Covid-19 pandemic. It argues that the pandemic is a symptom of systemic crises—including climate, biodiversity, and care crises—driven by capital accumulation and neoliberal globalization. The document advocates for a 'just recovery' based on the 'sustainability of life,' which requires decommodifying essential services, redistributing care work, ensuring food sovereignty, and transitioning away from fossil fuels through a framework of internationalist solidarity and grassroots power.

The report details the proceedings and decisions of the 28th meeting of the Conference of the Parties (CoP-28) to the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI), held via videoconference on 19 August 2020. The meeting focused on budgetary approvals, governance updates, and the expansion of the Institute's associates.

A notification from the Executive Director of the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI) announcing the availability of preliminary reports from the 28th Conference of the Parties (CoP-28) and the 49th and 50th meetings of the Executive Council for review and comment.

Interconexion Electrica issued Colombia's first green bond on August 13, 2020, raising COP140bn (USD38m) to fund two energy transmission projects on Colombia's north coast. These projects aim to connect wind and solar energy to the National Interconnected System. The issuer will provide annual sustainability reports tracking MW of renewable energy exchanged and environmental/social impacts.

This briefing from the IAI Directorate provides an overview of the financial status of the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research for the 2019-2020 fiscal year, detailing party contributions, budget performance, and administrative controls.

This document, prepared by the Executive Directorate of the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI), provides a financial review for the 2019-2020 fiscal year and the status of member contributions as of April 30, 2020.

This document is an auditors report for the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI), containing financial statements and an independent auditor's opinion for the fiscal years ending June 30, 2019, and June 30, 2018. The report includes balance sheets, statements of operations, and detailed management notes on the IAI's organizational structure, funding sources, and specific research programs.

The Report of the Financial and Administrative Committee (FAC) for the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI) provides an update on the organization's financial standing and budget requests for the 2020-2021 fiscal year.

This briefing presents the report of the Financial and Administrative Committee (FAC) of the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI), detailing the committee's responsibilities, the 2019-20 audit results, and the proposed 2020-2021 operating budget.

This research paper outlines the transition of public procurement from an administrative task to a strategic lever for sustainable development in Latin America and the Caribbean, providing four regional case studies and ten essential ingredients for reform.

The Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI) announced the official launch of the Science, Technology, and Policy (STeP) Fellowship Program on June 11, 2020, following a decision made at the 27th meeting of the Conference of the Parties in Brasilia in 2019.

This report by the International Institute for Sustainable Development analyzes the socio-economic impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic on employment within the mining sector. It examines immediate disruptions to labor and supply chains, the varying risks across the mining lifecycle, and the short-term responses from governments and corporations. The document concludes with strategic recommendations to build long-term resilience through automation, local procurement, and updated regulatory frameworks.

This report provides a detailed history and status update on the efforts of an informal Working Group of over 90 World Trade Organization (WTO) Members to support micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs). It outlines the group's activities from 2018 to early 2020, focusing on improving MSME access to information, trade finance, and global markets, while analyzing the role of regional trade agreements and the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on these initiatives.

This policy brief examines the tension between South Africa's Copyright Amendment Bill (CAB) and the United States' Generalised System of Preferences (GSP). It argues that the US uses GSP eligibility reviews to pressure developing nations into adopting US-oriented intellectual property laws, which may undermine national regulatory space and developmental goals.

A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed on April 24, 2020, between the Executive Direction of the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI) and the Latin American Cooperation of Advanced Networks (CLARA) to promote collaboration in science, technology, and innovation in Latin America.

This report analyzes the evolving jurisprudence of UN human rights treaty bodies (HRTBs) from 2008 to 2019, concluding that States have legal obligations under human rights treaties to implement ambitious climate mitigation (including phasing out fossil fuels), ensure inclusive adaptation, and provide international cooperation. Key developments include a 2019 joint statement by five HRTBs and the Human Rights Committee's recognition that climate change threatens the right to life, potentially triggering non-refoulment obligations in deportation cases.