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ClientEarth asserts that BP's 'base case' oil demand forecast to 2035 is at odds with independent analysis and automotive industry trends, potentially misleading investors and exposing BP to compensation claims under UK law.

The study evaluates 52 climate actions from the 2014 UN Climate Summit, finding that while overall output performance after one year exceeds expectations, there are significant disparities between action areas and a persistent implementation gap in developing countries.

The statement argues that the economic viability of energy efficiency and renewables ensures the energy transition's progress despite potential shifts in U.S. policy priorities. It highlights that Fortune 500 companies and automotive manufacturers have already adopted these solutions because they make economic sense, aligning with the global goals established at COP21.

The document provides a glossary of terms for COP22, covering basic UNFCCC structures, the mechanisms of the Paris Agreement, and specific financial and operational goals like the $100 billion climate finance target.

The authors propose that city-scale greenhouse gas accounting should shift its focus from national-scale principles of completeness and accuracy toward 'relevance' to better align with the governance structures of city governments. They suggest creating a 'core' category of emissions—such as CO2 from buildings and passenger transport and CH4 from waste management—to help mayors more effectively implement the emission reduction pledges made during COP21.

The report finds broad support among US registered voters for international climate agreements, greenhouse gas emission reductions, and the transition to renewable energy. While political divisions exist, majorities across party lines support taxing or regulating pollution, funding renewable energy research, and investing in national infrastructure, particularly roads, bridges, and water systems.

The report finds broad support among U.S. registered voters for participating in the Paris COP21 agreement, reducing greenhouse gas emissions, and transitioning to renewable energy. While political divisions exist, majorities across party lines support taxing or regulating pollution, funding renewable energy research, and investing in national infrastructure, particularly roads, bridges, and water systems.

The briefing outlines five key priorities for climate finance at COP22: the roadmap to mobilize $100 billion for developing countries by 2020, the establishment of accounting modalities to define what constitutes climate finance, the development of systematic reporting formats for finance provided and received, the need to scale up and balance adaptation finance relative to mitigation, and the potential renewal of the Adaptation Fund's mandate to serve the Paris Agreement.

The text examines the systemic neglect of young people in the EU, highlighting extreme youth unemployment and poverty rates, particularly in Spain and Greece. It argues that the lack of political representation—evidenced by the high average age of parliamentarians—has pushed youth toward political extremes. The author notes that youth mobilization is now reshaping the political landscape, fueling both progressive movements (like the 15M and Podemos in Spain) and nationalist or extremist parties (such as the FPÖ in Austria and Front National in France), concluding that the future of EU integration depends on addressing these youth-led dynamics.

The author contends that the EU's political elite, characterized as older white males, have ignored the needs of the youth, resulting in extreme unemployment and poverty rates, particularly in Southern Europe. This systemic exclusion has fueled a wave of political activism and voting shifts across Europe, driving both progressive movements like Spain's 15M and the rise of extremist or nationalist parties. The text warns that the future of European integration depends on whether leaders begin to include young people in decision-making processes.

The document details Bogor City's transition toward a low-carbon development trajectory from 2013 to 2016. By utilizing the GreenClimateCities framework, the city established a greenhouse gas emissions inventory and integrated low-emission development strategies (LEDS) into its Regional Medium Term Development Plan for 2015–19. Key initiatives include the revitalization of the Transpakuan bus rapid transit system using compressed natural gas, a 'Walkability Campaign' to expand pedestrian and bicycle infrastructure, and streetlight retrofitting. The case emphasizes the necessity of political leadership, technical coordination, and international peer-to-peer learning to move from planning to implementation.

The report finds that while Democrats are generally more convinced of human-caused global warming than Republicans, liberal and moderate Republicans often align with the mainstream public and moderate Democrats. A significant majority of registered voters support various climate policies, including renewable energy research, tax rebates for energy efficiency, and carbon dioxide regulation, though conservative Republicans remain a distinct outlier in their skepticism and opposition to these measures.

The report details a December 2015 workshop in Paris focused on 'low carbon clubs' or multijurisdictional cooperative approaches (MCAs). Participants argued that these clubs should aim to increase emissions reduction ambition and could use carbon pricing to fund technological innovation in sectors like gas, electricity, oil, and mining. The discussion highlighted the potential for linking diverse carbon markets through initiatives like the World Bank's Networked Carbon Markets (NCM) and emphasized the need for non-pricing incentives—such as technology transfer and capacity building—to encourage participation from developing nations and the Alliance of Small Island States.

A statement from the We Mean Business Coalition calling for the UK government to establish a legal net-zero emissions goal, noting that participating companies have set their own targets to ensure long-term sustainability and profitability.

Dr. Daniel A. Reifsnyder describes the iterative process of drafting the Paris Agreement, emphasizing the shift toward a 'Party-driven' approach and the breakdown of the 'firewall' between developed and developing nations. He highlights the importance of the October 5 non-paper as a template for the final deal and details the agreement's core goals, including temperature limits and a robust transparency system.

The FY 2017 budget proposal seeks to increase clean energy R&D funding to $12.8 billion by 2021, featuring a $10.25-per-barrel crude oil tax to fund sustainable transportation and significant increases for the Department of Energy's renewable energy and efficiency programs. It also includes $1.3 billion for the Global Climate Change Initiative and $291 million for Power Africa, while targeting a 83 percent reduction in domestic greenhouse gas emissions by 2050.

The Paris Agreement formally recognizes "loss and damage" as a distinct issue from adaptation, acknowledging that some climate impacts are too severe to be adapted to. This includes extreme weather events and slow-onset events like desertification or the disappearance of island nations. The agreement makes the Warsaw International Mechanism for Loss and Damage permanent and calls for international cooperation on early warning systems, risk management, and insurance, while explicitly stating that the provision does not establish a basis for legal liability or compensation.

The Global Resilience Partnership aims to shift the global approach to development and humanitarian assistance by focusing on root causes and long-term impacts to prevent disasters from trapping vulnerable populations in poverty. The organization emphasizes the necessity of 'smart partnerships' between governments, civil society, and the private sector to build resilience against interrelated challenges including climate change and food insecurity.

The author acknowledges the Paris agreement's goal to limit global warming to less than 2 degrees and achieve 'net zero' emissions by the end of the century as a landmark diplomatic achievement. However, the text highlights critical gaps, noting that the final agreement contains no mentions of fossil fuels or specific plans to curtail their production. To bridge the gap between rhetoric and reality, the author advocates for a comprehensive public engagement strategy based on people's values and lived experiences rather than scientific data alone.

The author evaluates the Paris Climate Agreement as a success, highlighting its binding nature for nearly all countries, the establishment of a transparent five-year review system for INDCs, and the goal to limit global temperature rise to 2°C. While noting the mobilization of 100 billion dollars annually from 2020 for developing nations, the author criticizes the omission of specific terms like 'decarbonization' or 'emissions neutrality'.