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This fact sheet, published by the Climate and Development Knowledge Network (CDKN) in October 2016, outlines five strategic lessons for local governments to establish successful partnerships for climate compatible development. Based on experiences from South and Southeast Asia, Latin America, and the Caribbean, the document emphasizes the importance of strategic partner selection, the inclusion of marginalized and opposing groups, the use of local knowledge brokers, and the necessity of ensuring mutual benefit for all participants.

China saw wind capacity grow from 1.26 GW in 2005 to 91.4 GW by 2013, but faces ongoing issues with grid connection delays and power curtailment due to transmission lagging behind capacity and poor governance coordination. Additionally, a separate IISD study warns that BRIICS nations could face a $278 billion revenue gap by 2030 as they transition away from fossil fuels.

This briefing by the World Resources Institute outlines three key indicators that would demonstrate the G20's commitment to climate action following the 2015 Paris Agreement, ahead of the September summit in Hangzhou, China.

This report provides a primer for policy makers on the roles and responsibilities of local, national, and international governance in enabling cities to lead climate change mitigation and adaptation. It emphasizes the critical role of urban areas, which emit over 70% of global emissions, and outlines financial instruments and planning steps necessary for a low-carbon and climate-resilient urban transformation.

This case study examines the challenges and opportunities for decentralized renewable energy development in Nusa Tenggara Barat, Indonesia. It highlights the gap between the province's high renewable potential—specifically in mini-hydro—and its actual installed capacity, while analyzing the technical, policy, and institutional barriers facing Independent Power Producers (IPPs) and community-led projects.

This case study analyzes renewable energy development in West Nusa Tenggara, Indonesia, where significant mini-hydro potential (96.5 MW) exists despite current shortages and grid limitations. It highlights the role of national feed-in tariffs and the state electricity company (PLN) in attracting independent power producers. The authors conclude that successful subnational energy security requires a Public–Private–People Partnership (PPPP) approach, continuous capacity building for provincial governments, and the integration of mini-hydro planning with forest conservation.

This working paper by the Climate and Development Knowledge Network (CDKN) examines the challenges and opportunities in financing Nationally Appropriate Mitigation Actions (NAMAs) in developing countries. It identifies a significant gap between the demand for NAMA financing and the available supply of dedicated funds, while highlighting barriers such as narrow donor focus, lack of financial planning expertise, and misalignment with multilateral development banks. The paper suggests that integrating NAMA pipelines with the Green Climate Fund (GCF) is a critical path forward for scaling up mitigation finance.

This report examines the challenges and opportunities for subnational renewable energy development in West Nusa Tenggara, Indonesia. It highlights that while the region has significant mini-hydro potential, development is hindered by a combination of technical, institutional, and policy barriers, including land acquisition issues, slow asset transfers, and poor coordination between on-grid and off-grid electricity supply. The document advocates for a Public-Private-People Partnership (PPPP) approach and improved capacity building at the provincial level to unlock investment from Independent Power Producers (IPPs) and community-level producers.

This policy brief from the International Institute for Sustainable Development (IISD) provides recommendations for G20 countries to reform fossil fuel subsidies. It advocates for the use of voluntary peer review processes to increase transparency, the establishment of an ambitious and defined timetable for phasing out inefficient subsidies, and the implementation of targeted support to protect the poorest populations during the transition.

This study by the International Institute for Sustainable Development explores the potential for 'policy crediting'—crediting emission reductions resulting from policy actions—to enhance the impact of energy pricing reform and carbon pricing policies, particularly in developing countries.

A statement from 231 organisations urging the Japan Bank for International Cooperation (JBIC) to reject financing for the Batang coal-fired power plant in Central Java, Indonesia, citing human rights violations and climate impacts.

This research paper introduces a "middle ground" approach to agricultural supply chain transparency using the SEI-PCS tool, which combines sub-national production data with customs data to link specific production landscapes to importing countries and supply chain actors.

The 2016 Annual U.S. & Global Geothermal Power Production Report details a global operating capacity of 13.3 GW across 24 countries, with a forecast to reach 18.4 GW by 2021. While the U.S. maintains a significant presence with 3.7 GW of nameplate capacity, the report highlights vast untapped global potential (only 6-7% utilized) and growth in regions like East Africa and Central/South America. It emphasizes the role of geothermal energy in meeting COP21 climate commitments and outlines the GEA's project tracking methodology.

This research paper analyzes the outcomes of the 2015 World Trade Organization (WTO) Ministerial Conference in Nairobi, Kenya, arguing that the conference effectively signaled the end of the Doha Development Round. The author examines the geopolitical shifts causing this failure and proposes a transition toward plurilateral agreements and the integration of megaregional trade deals into the WTO framework to maintain the viability of the multilateral trading system.

This report examines international best practices for reforming liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) subsidies, specifically focusing on the Government of Indonesia's efforts to transition from regressive fossil fuel subsidies to clean energy without compromising energy access for low-income households.

This research paper evaluates the role and effectiveness of international development partners in financing climate mitigation and adaptation within Indonesia's land use sectors. It analyzes finance flows from 2011, identifying a heavy reliance on grants and a focus on capacity building, while noting that international contributions are significantly smaller than domestic funding.

A statement by the Global Resilience Partnership detailing the severe impacts of the 2015-2016 El Niño, including food insecurity for over 17 million people and specific crises in Ethiopia, Indonesia, and India, while calling for adaptive resilience measures.

A life cycle assessment of fuel ethanol production from cane molasses in Indonesia, evaluating greenhouse gas emissions, energy inputs, and the impact of cogeneration and waste management.

This executive summary examines international best practices for reforming liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) subsidies to assist the Government of Indonesia in transitioning from regressive subsidies to targeted support. It analyzes various global pricing mechanisms and evaluates specific targeting strategies used in countries such as India, Peru, and El Salvador to ensure low-income households maintain access to clean cooking energy during price increases.

This executive summary examines international experiences and best practices for reforming Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) subsidies to provide policy options for Indonesia. It argues that while current LPG subsidies in Indonesia are regressive, effective targeting can transform them into a tool for promoting clean cooking for low-income households. The document outlines various global pricing mechanisms and analyzes specific targeting strategies used in several countries to mitigate the impact of price increases on vulnerable populations.