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This briefing by the Global Climate and Health Alliance outlines the synergies between combating climate change and preventing non-communicable diseases (NCDs). It argues that interventions in energy, transport, and food systems can provide 'co-benefit' solutions that simultaneously reduce greenhouse gas emissions and NCD risk factors such as air pollution, physical inactivity, and poor diet.

This policy brief by the Global Climate and Health Alliance explores the intersection between climate change and non-communicable diseases (NCDs), arguing that interventions to mitigate climate change offer significant 'co-benefits' for public health. The document advocates for multisectoral government action and a whole-of-society approach to integrate health priorities into climate plans and vice versa, focusing on energy, transport, and food systems.

This report analyzes the barriers and strategic requirements for achieving a 100% electric Major Public Transport (TPM) fleet in Greater Valparaíso by 2040. It identifies charging infrastructure and electrical grid capacity as the most critical obstacles, while confirming that electric buses can operate in the city's challenging topography if technically adapted. The document proposes a transition from an atomized operator model to a professionalized system with state-led infrastructure provision, drawing on international experiences from the Netherlands, China, Colombia, and Santiago de Chile.

The 2011 IAI Science Report details the achievements of four scientific programs between May 2010 and April 2011, focusing on the Second Collaborative Research Network (CRNII), the Small Grants Program for the Human Dimensions (SGP-HD), and an IDRC-funded project on the La Plata Basin. The report emphasizes the integration of natural and social sciences to inform policy and the development of scientific capacity across the Americas, resulting in 343 joint scientific publications by April 2011.

The Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI) is seeking nominations for two SAC member vacancies to be filled at the June 2017 Conference of the Parties in Bogotá, Colombia, with a total of four new members to be elected. The SAC is prioritizing candidates from underrepresented regions, specifically Central America and the Caribbean, and is seeking expertise in Oceanography, Ecosystem services, Climatology, and Social sciences.

A briefing from the Chair of the IAI Science-Policy Advisory Committee (SPAC) requesting nominations for a membership vacancy to be filled at the June 2017 Conference of the Parties in Bogotá, Colombia.

This document is a list of participants for the 25th Conference of the Parties (CoP25) of the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research, held on June 13-14, 2017, in Bogotá, Colombia.

This document is an independent auditors' report and financial statement for the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI) covering the fiscal years ended June 30, 2008, and 2007. It details the Institute's financial position, including assets, liabilities, and the funding of various scientific research programs focused on global change in the Americas.

This report details the critical state of biodiversity in Latin America and the Caribbean, highlighting a 95% decline in wild vertebrate populations over 50 years. It identifies key drivers of degradation, including gold mining in the Amazon, lithium extraction in the Andes, and industrial agriculture in the Gran Chaco, often driven by global demand for commodities and 'green' energy transitions. The text advocates for a shift from extractivist models to regenerative, inclusive conservation that integrates indigenous knowledge and recognizes the intrinsic rights of nature.

This report details the development, reach, and future certification plans for the 'Impacts of Climate Change and Global Change in Latin America' Massive Open Online Course (MOOC), created by the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI) and Dr. Arturo Sanchez-Azofeifa.

The Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI) Conference of the Parties (CoP) held its sixteenth meeting on 19-20 May 2009 in Bogotá, Colombia, where it adopted seven resolutions concerning financial approvals, programming, procedural rules, and committee membership.

This executive summary presents a Sustainable Asset Valuation (SAVi) of Metro Line 1 of the Metro de Bogota Mass Rapid Transit (MRT) system. The analysis compares traditional benefit-cost ratios with a sustainable BCR (S-BCR) that accounts for environmental, social, and economic externalities, concluding that the MRT system provides substantial monetary benefits and societal value over a project period from 2022 to 2058.

This fact sheet describes the Stockholm Environment Institute (SEI), an international non-profit research organization focused on sustainability, climate change, and environmental policy. It outlines SEI's organizational structure, its commitment to open access and collaborative research, and the specific thematic focuses of its eight global centers.

This guide provides an overview of the necessity and implementation of a transport modal shift in South African cities, moving commuters from private vehicles to public or non-motorized transport to reduce carbon emissions and congestion.

This policy brief by Transforma provides recommendations for the recovery of Colombia's agri-food production sector following the COVID-19 pandemic. It argues that the pandemic exacerbated historical vulnerabilities, such as low rural associativity and inefficient resource use, and advocates for a transition toward sustainable production systems, improved rural digitalization, and more inclusive financial mechanisms to ensure long-term food sovereignty and resilience.

This policy brief examines the transition from natural gas to electricity in Colombia's residential sector. Using a simulation model, it finds that while gas currently dominates cooking and heating, a shift toward electrification is necessary due to declining reserves. The report highlights that total electrification is more cost-effective than a mixed transition, potentially saving up to 20 trillion pesos, and significantly reducing CO2 emissions. However, adoption is hindered by high initial equipment costs and cultural inertia, suggesting a need for public policies such as equipment substitution programs and local value chain strengthening.

This guide outlines Transforma's Occupational Health and Safety (SST) policy, which applies to all employees and contractors. It specifies mandatory pre-occupational and periodic medical exams based on job roles, the provision of personal protective equipment, vaccination requirements for specific risks, and protocols for avoiding areas of public disorder. The policy is grounded in Colombian Decree 1072 of 2015 and requires contractors to provide proof of social security and insurance payments.

This report by the World Resources Institute synthesizes findings from a review of major bus improvements in 13 cities across Latin America and Asia. It evaluates the benefits, challenges, and lessons learned regarding the planning, implementation, and operation of bus systems, specifically focusing on Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) to provide recommendations for urban transport planners in developing nations.

This working paper summarizes three regional workshops held in 2012 and 2013 in Jakarta, Nairobi, and Bogota. It identifies technical, policy, and capacity challenges that developing countries face when monitoring climate finance and provides recommendations for improving the tracking of these flows to ensure better national planning and UNFCCC compliance.

This report analyzes how targeted investments in natural infrastructure within the upper basin of the Bogotá River can reduce operational costs for Bogotá's water utility and enhance the city's water security.