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This research paper explores the technical and institutional challenges of establishing Measurement, Reporting and Verification (MRV) systems for REDD+ in developing countries. It emphasizes the need for clear definitions of 'forest' and 'reference levels' (RL/REL), the utility of nested approaches to scale subnational efforts to national levels, and the critical role of capacity building and stakeholder involvement to ensure the credibility of carbon credits.

This statement, delivered on October 6, 2010, outlines India's energy security strategy, highlighting the critical imbalance between growing energy demand and limited indigenous supply. It details India's reliance on imports, particularly for oil and gas, and its efforts to diversify sources through equity investments in Africa and the Middle East. The document discusses the role of coal as a primary energy source, the potential of nuclear and renewable energy, and the significant infrastructure investments required to sustain economic growth.

This fact sheet describes the scoping phase of a programme titled 'Building Long-Term Capacity for Managing and Adapting to Climate Change in Asia and Africa', funded by the Swedish International Development Agency (SIDA) and partnered with Global Change Systems for Analysis, Research and Training (START). The initiative aims to enhance the capacity of universities, research institutes, government, industry, and NGOs in selected least developed countries to manage risks associated with climate variability and change.

This report by the International Institute for Sustainable Development (IISD) evaluates the Clean Development Mechanism (CDM) of the Kyoto Protocol, focusing on its ability to provide a "development dividend"—socio-economic and environmental benefits for developing countries beyond greenhouse gas reductions. The analysis finds that the emerging CDM market is skewed toward a few large developing countries and dominated by low-cost industrial projects (such as HFC23 decomposition) that offer minimal sustainable development benefits. The report recommends reforming the CDM Executive Board, shifting from project-by-project to sectoral or policy-based approaches, and increasing support for small-scale projects to ensure more equitable and impactful development outcomes.

This executive summary evaluates the Clean Development Mechanism (CDM) under the Kyoto Protocol, focusing on its ability to provide a "development dividend"—benefits to developing countries in economic growth, technology, poverty alleviation, and health beyond climate mitigation. The authors argue that the current project pipeline is under-performing, skewed toward a few countries, and dominated by low-development-benefit industrial gas projects, necessitating reforms in project cycles, rules, and international financing to ensure sustainable development goals are met.

This report summarizes the first part of a two-part document detailing a July 2012 UNFCCC regional expert meeting on Loss and Damage held in Mexico City. It highlights the disparity in policy attention between extreme weather events and slow-onset climate processes in Latin America and the Caribbean, and calls for integrated risk-management approaches to address these gaps.

This briefing note by the Center for International Environmental Law (CIEL) and the Global Initiative for Economic, Social & Cultural Rights (GIESCR) reviews the 2023 outputs of the Committee on the Elimination of Discrimination Against Women (CEDAW) regarding climate change. It details the Committee's focus on gender-responsive adaptation, the disproportionate impact of climate change on marginalized women, and recommendations concerning fossil fuel extraction and climate finance.

This briefing by the Green Economy Coalition outlines ten priority options for governments and stakeholders to ensure that economic recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic is just, green, and transformative. It argues that recovery efforts should address systemic risks—including climate change, biodiversity loss, and inequality—by aligning stimulus packages with the Sustainable Development Goals and the Paris Agreement.

The HKH-Innovation Challenge for Entrepreneurs (ICE) is a joint initiative by the Global Resilience Partnership (GRP) and the International Centre for Integrated Mountain Development (ICIMOD) to support for-profit organizations and entrepreneurs in the Hindu Kush Himalaya (HKH) region. The challenge provides funding, mentoring, and capacity building for scalable business solutions that address ecological, market, and value chain challenges, specifically in resilient agriculture, water security, and sustainable tourism.

The HKH-Innovation Challenge for Entrepreneurs (ICE) 2.0 is a guide for for-profit organisations and innovators in the Hindu Kush Himalaya region to apply for funding and support to scale climate-resilient, nature-based, and regenerative business solutions.

This report evaluates UNESCO's Community Multimedia Centres (CMC) initiative, which integrates community radio broadcasting with telecentre services (Internet and ICTs) to support community development. The evaluation, conducted by the International Institute for Sustainable Development in 2005, examines 39 pilot CMCs across Africa, South Asia, and the Caribbean. It concludes that the hybrid model is an outstanding success in promoting social inclusion and cultural resilience, though it identifies challenges regarding financial sustainability, volunteer management, and internal UNESCO coordination.

The IEA Training Manual is a capacity-building guide developed by the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) and the International Institute for Sustainable Development (IISD). It provides a structured, participatory methodology for conducting Integrated Environmental Assessments (IEA) at subglobal levels, based on the Global Environment Outlook (GEO) approach. The manual is designed to help practitioners move from reactive crisis management to forward-looking, policy-relevant environmental reporting.

The Integrated Environmental Assessment (IEA) Training Manual is a comprehensive guide developed by the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) and the International Institute for Sustainable Development (IISD). It provides a modular framework for conducting forward-looking environmental assessments at subglobal levels, utilizing the Global Environment Outlook (GEO) approach to link environmental data with public policy and human well-being.

This fact sheet describes the Economic Law and Policy program of the International Institute for Sustainable Development (IISD), which provides technical support, legal advice, and global platforms to help governments and stakeholders design economic policies that align with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and promote low-carbon, equitable growth.

The document is a brochure for the International Institute for Sustainable Development (IISD), an independent policy research organization. It outlines the organization's mission to provide the knowledge necessary for sustainable development through six core programs: Sustainable Economies, Clean Energy, Fresh Water, Resilient Communities, SDG Knowledge, and Reporting Services.

This December 2016 report by Natural Justice and Public Eye analyzes discrepancies between the European Union's Access and Benefit-Sharing (ABS) regulation and the national legislations of provider countries implementing the Nagoya Protocol. The authors argue that the EU's narrow scope regarding temporal triggers, the definition of associated traditional knowledge, and the 'import loophole' creates legal uncertainty and undermines fair benefit sharing.

The Inclusive Climate Finance for Vulnerable Communities in the Asia-Pacific (ICCAP) project, funded by the International Climate Initiative (IKI) and implemented from 2024 to 2029, aims to increase climate adaptation finance for vulnerable and marginalised groups in six high-risk Asia-Pacific countries. The project focuses on creating an enabling policy environment, developing the capacity of financial service providers (FSPs), and establishing a regional investment facility to catalyse private capital for climate-resilient solutions.

The EU-UNDP Low Emission Capacity Building Programme is a collaborative initiative funded by the European Commission and the German Federal Ministry for the Environment, Nature Conservation and Nuclear Safety. It aims to strengthen the institutional and technical capacities of developing countries to transition toward low-emission, climate-resilient pathways by supporting the development of GHG inventories, Low-Emission Development Strategies (LEDS), and Nationally Appropriate Mitigation Actions (NAMAs).

This policy brief by the Stockholm Environment Institute examines the impact of ground-level ozone (O3) on agricultural productivity and food security in South Asia. It argues that O3 is a significant threat to crop yields, potentially posing a more immediate risk to food security than climate change, and calls for international cooperation to reduce precursor emissions and improve crop breeding.

This policy brief, published by the Stockholm Environment Institute, outlines the process and benefits of 'mainstreaming' climate change adaptation—integrating it into existing development policies, plans, and practices. Drawing on studies from 13 Asian countries and the Regional Climate Change Adaptation Knowledge Platform for Asia (AKP), the document argues that mainstreaming is the most effective way to scale up adaptation across the Asia and Pacific region by avoiding policy conflicts and leveraging larger financial flows.