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This paper pilots the use of Qualitative Comparative Analysis (QCA) to identify the combinations of factors that lead to the uptake of development research by policy-makers. Analyzing 20 projects from the Climate and Development Knowledge Network (CDKN), the study finds that while high research credibility is a necessary 'gatekeeper' condition, uptake typically occurs through three distinct causal pathways. The most common pathway (80% of cases) combines credibility, strong communication, stakeholder engagement, explicit demand, and influence on discourse. The authors suggest QCA is a powerful tool for testing Theory of Change assumptions but note it is resource-intensive and requires specific technical expertise.

This report details the outcomes of the First Learning Workshop for Phase II of the CDKN-ICLEI sub-national learning programme, held in Quito, Ecuador, from 27 to 31 July 2015. The workshop aimed to transition sub-national climate compatible development (CCD) from planning to implementation by facilitating peer-to-peer exchange among 51 participants representing 16 projects across Asia, Latin America, and the Caribbean. Key activities included regional meetings to identify enabling factors for CCD, site visits in Quito, and the identification of knowledge gaps to inform the development of project-specific 'Inside Stories'.

This case study analyzes the relationship between climate variables and dengue fever (DF) in the Belize District. Using historical data (2007-2014) and the CARIWIG weather generator, the study finds that rainfall and minimum temperatures are positively associated with DF occurrence. Projections for the 2050s indicate overall warming and a shift in precipitation patterns, including decreased rainfall from May to September and increased heavy rainfall in October and November. The report suggests that while some warming trends might reduce DF transmission, the increase in minimum temperatures and heavy rainfall events could potentially increase DF rates, necessitating enhanced surveillance, public awareness campaigns on water storage, and the implementation of Integrated Vector Management.

This policy brief discusses the application of a 'triple wins' matrix methodology in coastal Belize to identify policies that simultaneously address climate adaptation, mitigation, and economic development, specifically highlighting the potential of mangrove conservation and restoration.

This policy brief introduces a paper that investigates the evidence for 'triple win' policies—strategies that simultaneously provide climate adaptation, mitigation, and development benefits. It notes a current lack of empirical evidence on the costs and benefits of such policies and describes an assessment based on four developing country studies. The work is part of a broader project focused on identifying climate-smart investment strategies for coastal zones to support national planners.

This technical report analyzes the vulnerability of Belize's tourism industry to climate change and proposes a comprehensive set of adaptation strategies. It highlights the sector's heavy reliance on natural assets, particularly the Belize Barrier Reef, and outlines specific technical, managerial, and policy interventions to mitigate risks from sea level rise, warming temperatures, and extreme weather events.

This policy brief summarizes a review of 39 public policies and laws in Belize to evaluate their support for climate-compatible tourism development. The analysis found a significant gap in the integration of climate change adaptation and resilience into national planning, with only 15% of reviewed documents addressing climate change impacts.

This research synthesis brief from the Stockholm Environment Institute (SEI) outlines the organization's work on climate change adaptation and vulnerability. It emphasizes that vulnerability is primarily driven by socioeconomic and political conditions rather than climate exposure alone, and argues that adaptation and development are inextricably linked. The document details SEI's technical support, capacity-building initiatives like weADAPT, and regional projects across Asia and the Nordic countries, while highlighting the inherent limits of adaptation.

This research paper compares the socio-economic profiles and disaster coping mechanisms of low-income persons in the agriculture and tourism sectors across the Caribbean (Belize, Grenada, Jamaica, and St. Lucia) and the South West Indian Ocean (Mauritius and the Seychelles). The study evaluates the demand for microinsurance as a tool to reduce vulnerability to extreme weather events.

A case study detailing how the government of St. Maarten established its first national park, the Man of War Shoal Marine Park, using economic valuation tools provided by the World Resources Institute (WRI).

This policy brief examines the mechanisms for direct access to the Green Climate Fund (GCF), distinguishing between 'direct access' and 'enhanced direct access'. It analyzes the experiences of the Adaptation Fund and the Global Environment Facility (GEF) to identify barriers for developing countries—particularly regarding fiduciary standards—and provides recommendations for the GCF Board to streamline accreditation and support country ownership.

This fact sheet describes a paleotempestology project (SGP-CRA 2050) led by Louisiana State University to analyze long-term hurricane activity variability in the pan-Caribbean region and the Pacific coast of Mexico using proxy data from sediments, stalagmites, tree-rings, and corals.

This research paper by the Climate and Development Knowledge Network (CDKN) examines the drivers and challenges associated with Climate-Compatible Development (CCD). It defines CCD as a "development first" approach aimed at minimizing climate damage while maximizing human development opportunities in a low-carbon, resilient future. The document identifies five primary socio-political drivers—national awareness of adaptation, energy security, economic opportunities, access to climate finance, and government leadership—and seven key implementation challenges, including high costs, political opposition, and institutional limitations.

This research paper by the Climate and Development Knowledge Network (CDKN) examines the drivers and challenges associated with Climate Compatible Development (CCD), defined as a "development first" approach that minimizes climate harm while maximizing human development opportunities in a low-emissions, resilient future. Drawing on experience from over 40 countries, the paper identifies key sociopolitical drivers—such as national resilience needs, energy security, and economic opportunities—and outlines significant barriers, including high implementation costs, political resistance, and institutional capacity gaps.

This research paper by the Climate and Development Knowledge Network (CDKN) examines the drivers and obstacles associated with Climate Compatible Development (CCD). It defines CCD as a strategy that minimizes climate impact damage while maximizing human development opportunities in a low-emission future. The document identifies five key sociopolitical drivers—national resilience needs, energy security, economic opportunities, climate finance access, and strong government leadership—and seven primary implementation challenges, including high opportunity costs, political resistance, and institutional constraints.

This briefing introduces CCORAL (Caribbean Climate Online Risk and Adaptation TooL), an open-access online support system developed by the Caribbean Community Climate Change Centre (CCCCC) to integrate climate resilience into decision-making processes across the Caribbean. The tool is designed for users of all skill levels, particularly government officials in finance and planning, to help them screen activities, apply risk management processes, and access a database of over 70 climate risk management tools.

This think piece, co-authored by the Stockholm Environment Institute (SEI) and WWF-UK, explores the barriers and opportunities for adopting integrated, collaborative governance approaches to address climate change, development, and environmental sustainability. Based on 2010-2011 research and workshops in Belize, Nepal, and Tanzania, the report advocates for 'collective learning' and systems thinking to overcome fragmented sectoral policies and institutional silos.

The 2011 Scientific Program Report by the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI) details the achievements of four scientific programs between May 2010 and April 2011. It focuses on the Cooperative Research Networks (CRN II), the Small Grants Program for Human Dimensions (SGP-HD), and an IDRC-funded project on land use in the Río de la Plata basin. The report emphasizes the integration of natural and social sciences to inform policy decisions regarding climate change, biodiversity, and water security across the Americas.

The 2011 Report on Science Program by the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI) details the achievements of four scientific programs between May 2010 and April 2011. These include the Second Collaborative Research Network (CRNII), the Small Grants Program for the Human Dimensions (SGP-HD), and a project on land use and biofuels in the La Plata Basin. The report emphasizes the integration of social and economic research into natural science to bridge the science-policy divide, highlighting impacts on urban pollution management, forest conservation, and agricultural risk reduction across the Americas.

This WRI fact sheet provides a regional analysis of coral reefs in the Atlantic, detailing their distribution, the socioeconomic dependence of coastal populations, the prevalence of local and climate-related threats, and the effectiveness of existing Marine Protected Areas.