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This technical annex assesses progress toward the New York Declaration on Forests (NYDF) Goal 2, which aims to eliminate deforestation from agricultural commodity production (palm oil, soy, paper, and beef) by 2020. The report finds that current efforts by governments and companies are insufficient to meet this target, noting a stagnation in new corporate commitments and significant gaps in reporting, transparency, and the inclusion of indirect suppliers.

The New York Declaration on Forests (NYDF) Endorser Perspectives Report evaluates progress five years after the 2014 launch of the NYDF. Based on consultations with 84 endorsers, the report finds that while many commitments have been made, global deforestation has accelerated by 44% since 2014, and the world is not on track to meet its collective forest goals. The report identifies critical barriers—including weak governance, insufficient finance, and insecure land tenure—and outlines eight key lessons to transition from high-level commitments to measurable implementation.

This report presents the perspectives of signatories of the New York Declaration on Forests (NYDF) five years after its 2014 inception. It evaluates progress toward ten global goals to end natural forest loss by 2030, identifying systemic barriers such as weak governance, insufficient financing, and land tenure insecurity, while highlighting successful multi-stakeholder partnerships and nature-based solutions.

This report evaluates the progress of the New York Declaration on Forests (NYDF) five years after its inception. It finds that despite increased awareness and technological monitoring, global deforestation has accelerated, and most 2020 targets will be missed. The document highlights a critical gap in funding, where investments driving deforestation vastly outweigh those for conservation. It emphasizes that indigenous land rights and strong political will are essential prerequisites for success, while corporate progress is stalled by supply chain complexity. The report calls for a paradigm shift toward 'green finance' and nature-based solutions to align forest protection with global climate and sustainable development goals.

This report by the Forest Declaration Assessment (UNDP) evaluates the progress of signatories of the New York Declaration on Forests (NYDF) five years after its 2014 launch. Based on consultations with 84 signatories—including governments, companies, NGOs, and indigenous organizations—the document identifies critical barriers to ending natural forest loss by 2030 and outlines eight key lessons to accelerate implementation. It emphasizes that while high-level commitments are numerous, measurable action is lagging, with tropical primary forest loss increasing by 44% between 2002-13 and the reporting period.

The Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI) Directorate and the Intergovernmental Coordinating Committee of the Countries of the La Plata Basin (CIC) signed a Letter of Agreement on 15 August 2019 in Montevideo, Uruguay, to strengthen cooperation in scientific research and capacity building.

The International Institute for Sustainable Development (IISD) submitted a response to Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) regarding the draft assessment framework for non-tax fossil fuel subsidies. IISD argues that the current framework is too restrictive and risks excluding many subsidies, thereby undermining Canada's G7 commitment to phase out inefficient fossil fuel subsidies by 2025 and its Paris Agreement emissions targets for 2030.

This document is an independent auditors' report and accompanying financial statements for the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI) for the fiscal years ending June 30, 2019, and 2018. It includes a clean audit opinion, balance sheets, statements of operations, and detailed management notes regarding the Institute's funding, research programs, and organizational structure.

The report details the proceedings of the 27th meeting of the Conference of the Parties (CoP-27) to the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI), held in Brasilia, Brazil, from June 5-6, 2019. The meeting focused on adopting a new 25-year Strategic Plan, addressing critical financial sustainability issues, and strengthening the integration of transdisciplinary science into public policy across the Americas.

The report details the proceedings and decisions of the 27th meeting of the Conference of the Parties (CoP-27) of the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI), held in Brasilia, Brazil, on June 5-6, 2019. The meeting focused on financial sustainability, the adoption of a new 25-year Strategic Plan, the revision of the Scientific Agenda, and the expansion of regional partnerships to better integrate science into public policy.

A fact sheet detailing a USD 100 million private placement green bond issued by Banco Galicia on June 1, 2018, which marked the first corporate green bond issuance in Argentina.

This document provides an overview of approximately 50 climate and energy policies adopted or underS under development between July 2018 and May 2019 across 25 countries and regions, supplementing a December 2018 report on projected greenhouse gas emissions.

The document is a list of participants for the 27th Meeting of the Conference of the Parties to the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research, which took place in Brasilia, Brazil, on 5-6 June 2019.

This document is an auditors report for the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI), presenting financial statements for the fiscal years ending June 30, 2018, and June 30, 2017. It includes balance sheets, statements of operations, cash flows, and detailed explanatory notes regarding the IAI's organizational structure, accounting practices, and the funding of various scientific programs.

This report from the Financial and Administrative Committee (FAC) of the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI) recommends the approval of the 2019-2020 Core Budget and notes a clean audit for the 2017-18 fiscal year.

The Financial and Administrative Committee (FAC) of the IAI reports an unqualified audit opinion for the 2017-18 fiscal year and recommends the approval of the 2019-2020 Operating Budget, which maintains stable spending of approximately $1,400,000 without increasing member contributions.

The Report of the Financial and Administrative Committee (FAC), prepared by the United States as Chair, provides a review of the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI) 2019-2020 Core Budget request and the 2017-18 audit report for the Executive Council's 47th meeting.

This report from the Financial and Administrative Committee (FAC) of the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI), drafted by the United States as Committee Chair, provides an evaluation of the 2019-2020 Operating Budget and outlines the committee's governance and responsibilities.

The Report of the IAI Directorate Science-Policy details the activities of the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI) in bridging the gap between scientific research and public policy. It outlines the establishment of rules for the Science-Policy Advisory Committee (SPAC), collaborations with multilateral environmental agreements, and the policy impacts of the third Collaborative Research Network (CRN3) across the Americas.

This report from the Executive Directorate of the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI) details activities to bridge the gap between science and policy. It outlines the establishment of procedural rules for the Science-Policy Advisory Committee (SPAC), efforts to strengthen capacity within member states, and the policy impacts of the third round of Cooperative Research Networks (CRN3).