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This 2011 report by the Stockholm Environment Institute examines the relationship between urban sanitation system trends in developing regions and the disposal of menstrual absorption materials. It identifies that menstrual products, particularly those with super-absorbent materials, frequently cause blockages in water-borne sewerage systems and accelerate the filling of on-site pit latrines. The report argues that menstrual management is largely ignored in sanitation design and advocates for the integration of women's needs and the promotion of solid waste disposal routes for menstrual materials.

This executive summary by Friends of the Earth England, Wales and Northern Ireland argues that carbon trading is an ineffective and dangerous primary tool for tackling climate change. The document proposes a comprehensive package of alternative mitigation strategies across energy, agriculture, forests, and industry, alongside several specific financial mechanisms to provide at least US$420 billion per year in additional climate finance for developing countries.

This report analyzes the failure of market-based energy reforms in Argentina, which led to a high dependency on non-renewable resources and a depletion of natural assets. It argues that relying solely on private and foreign capital for strategic energy decisions was ineffective and recommends a more active public sector role, price policy reform, and strategic agreements with Brazil and Bolivia to secure energy supply and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

This 2010 policy report by the International Institute for Sustainable Development examines the relationship between international trade and food security in Brazil. It concludes that while Brazil has become a major global food exporter and maintains sufficient national food availability, chronic food insecurity persists due to income inequality and poverty rather than trade-driven shortages. The report details the role of government price supports, the impact of fertilizer costs, and the transition of the Brazilian diet due to urbanization.

This position paper by Friends of the Earth International argues that tree plantations are monoculture agricultural systems, not forests, and that they cause significant biological, social, and cultural damage globally. The document criticizes the use of plantations as carbon sinks under the Kyoto Protocol and denounces the role of international organizations like the FAO in legitimizing these systems.

The action list from the 30th Meeting of the IAI Executive Council, held on 11 June 2010 in Brasilia, Brazil, outlines administrative decisions, diplomatic outreach strategies to strengthen member country relations, and the formation of a group to develop a strategic plan.

This document is a list of actions from the 30th Meeting of the Executive Council (EC) of the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI), held in Brasilia, Brazil, on June 11, 2010.

The document records the decisions made during the Seventeenth meeting of the Conference of the Parties (CoP) of the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI), held in Brasilia, Brazil, on 9-10 June 2010.

This document records the decisions made during the seventeenth meeting of the Conference of the Parties (CoP) of the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI), held in Brasilia, Brazil, on June 9-10, 2010.

The seventeenth meeting of the Conference of the Parties (CoP) of the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI), held on June 9-10, 2010, in Brasilia, Brazil, resulted in the adoption of five resolutions concerning financial planning, governance, and personnel.

The action list from the 29th Meeting of the IAI Executive Council outlines administrative approvals, the formation of committees for SAC member nominations and financial oversight, and the initiation of a strategic plan draft.

This document is a list of action items from the 29th Meeting of the Executive Council (CE) of the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI), held in Brasilia, Brazil, on June 8, 2010.

This document is a participant list for the 29th Executive Council (EC) meeting of the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research, held on June 8, 2010, in Brasília, Brazil.

The Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI) outlines its activities plan for July 2010 to June 2011, focusing on training institutes, science programs, and a specific MacArthur project regarding Andean biodiversity.

The seventeenth meeting of the IAI Conference of the Parties (CoP), held on 9-10 June 2010 in Brasilia, Brazil, resulted in the adoption of five resolutions concerning budget, programming, and leadership appointments.

This report analyzes the impact of the 2006–08 global food crisis on Latin America and the subsequent policy responses. It evaluates the effectiveness of short-term 'coping' strategies versus long-term 'curing' strategies, examines the conceptual shift toward 'food sovereignty' and the 'right to food', and discusses the need for balanced agricultural investments and international governance to ensure future food security.

The document contains the minutes of the 16th Meeting of the Conference of the Parties (CoP-XVI) of the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI), held in Bogotá, Colombia, on May 19-20, 2009. The meeting focused on administrative updates, the approval of the 2009-2010 operating budget and annual plan, and extensive revisions to the standing rules of both the Executive Council (EC) and the Conference of the Parties. It also included reports on national climate policies from member states and a decision to decline a request from the United Kingdom to evaluate the South American Climate Change Network.

This quarterly financial report from the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI), dated May 12, 2010, details the institute's operational budget status, member country contributions, and administrative challenges for the 2009/2010 fiscal year.

The Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI) presents its core budget request for the 2010-2011 fiscal year, totaling US$1,279,000. The budget supports the Directorate's operations, including the management of scientific programs like CRN II and SGP-HD, capacity building through training institutes, and administrative functions. The request reflects a roughly 10% increase over the previous year, primarily driven by rising salary and benefit costs, while facing challenges from depleted reserves due to shortfalls in member country contributions.

The Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI) submitted an operating budget request for the 2010/2011 fiscal year, proposing a total of US$1,279,000. This represents an approximate 10% increase over the previous year to maintain operations and services despite a depletion of reserves caused by a lack of member country contributions during 2009 and 2010.