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The document reports that Europe experienced its joint-fourth warmest December on record in 2025, with temperatures 1.99°C above the 1991-2020 mean. For the spring of 2026 (March-May), forecasts project warmer-than-average temperatures across the continent, with the highest anomalies in northeastern Europe, and generally weakly positive precipitation anomalies.

The report documents a surge in anti-LGBTQ+ hate crimes, book bans, and restrictive legislation in Western countries, noting a convergence of extremist ideologies. It highlights how tech platforms exacerbate these harms through the rollback of protections, the overmoderation of LGBTQ+ content via AI and safety legislation, and the rise of coordinated harassment campaigns like 'transvestigation'.

The report argues that European security of supply planning and clean procurement policies have been uncoordinated, often resulting in capacity mechanisms that favor fossil fuels and contracts that distort short-term market signals. It proposes a shift toward 'market-aligned' contracting—such as index REC structures—and co-optimized multi-product markets that separately value energy, capacity, and clean attributes to attract clean investment without sacrificing operational efficiency.

The document analyzes the implications of the ICJ's advisory opinion on States' obligations to prevent environmental harm, specifically focusing on the cessation of fossil fuel subsidies and the regulation of private finance. It argues that States may commit internationally wrongful acts by continuing to fund fossil fuel production or failing to regulate private financiers. Additionally, it outlines binding obligations for developed States to provide financial assistance to developing countries for climate adaptation and mitigation under the UNFCCC and Paris Agreement. The briefing concludes by categorizing various types of climate litigation—including cases against public agencies, central banks, and private financial institutions—where these legal findings are applicable.

The report details how industrial actors employ strategies such as suppressing harmful data, funding biased research, and using front groups to avoid regulation of toxic chemicals. It provides case studies on PFAS, Bisphenol A (BPA), benzene, and neonicotinoids to illustrate these patterns of disinformation. The document concludes that to protect public health and the environment, companies producing hazardous substances should be prohibited from influencing the formulation of the policies that regulate them.

The document outlines a 'playbook' of industry tactics used to block chemical regulations, including the suppression of harmful data, the funding of biased research, and the use of front groups. It provides detailed case studies on PFAS, Bisphenol A (BPA), benzene, and pesticides to illustrate these patterns. The authors argue that because of this history of manipulation, chemical manufacturers and their trade associations should be prohibited from participating in the regulatory processes that govern their products, similar to the WHO's approach to the tobacco industry.

The document outlines a 'playbook' of corporate strategies used to avoid regulation of hazardous substances, including withholding data, undermining independent science, and using front groups. It provides case studies on PFAS, Bisphenol A (BPA), benzene, and neonicotinoids to illustrate these tactics and recommends banning industry participation in regulatory policymaking to protect human health and the environment.

The WACC Handbook for Directors details the governance framework of the World Association for Christian Communication, an international NGO promoting communication as a human right. It defines the roles of the Board of Directors, the General Secretariat, and eight Regional Associations. The document specifies the legal status of WACC in the UK and Canada, outlines the duties of trustees according to the UK Charity Commission, and provides detailed rules of procedure for board meetings and conflict of interest declarations. Additionally, it identifies 'Digital Justice', 'Climate Justice', and 'Gender Justice' as current main programme areas.

The report argues that WACC's current name and brand are outdated and hinder its ability to attract funding and partners in a competitive communication justice landscape. It recommends a full rebrand and the adoption of a new name—either 'Centre for Communication Justice' or 'Alliance for Communication Justice'—to unify its fragmented digital presence and clarify its mission.

The World Association for Christian Communication (WACC) advocates for communication rights—including freedom of expression and access to information—as essential for human dignity and the achievement of the UN 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). WACC operates through three main pillars: Digital Justice, Climate Justice, and Gender Justice. Its work involves capacity building, research, education, and advocacy to empower marginalized communities, combat digital disinformation and misogyny, and ensure local voices are included in climate debates. Key initiatives include the Global Media Monitoring Project (GMMP) and the Voices of the Amazon project.

The report finds that while British audiences generally support more climate-related content in culture, they demand it be 'done well,' avoiding preachy tones and focusing on systemic solutions rather than individual onus. Preferences vary by demographic segment, with some favoring subtle integration and others preferring hard-hitting real-life examples. Audiences respond most positively to fictional characters and real-life messengers who demonstrate authenticity, passion, and a focus on tangible actions, such as solar panel installation or concern for future generations.

The United States now leads the world in gas-fired power capacity in development, with nearly 252 GW planned, driven significantly by the energy demands of AI and data centers. Globally, the pipeline for gas power grew by 31% in 2025 to 1,047 GW, though expansion is currently bottlenecked by turbine production backlogs stretching to 2030. Texas is the primary hub for this growth in the U.S., with 80.6 GW in development, nearly half of which is intended to power data centers directly.

In 2025, Türkiye became Europe's fourth-largest market for new battery electric vehicles (BEVs), with sales reaching approximately 190,000 units. This growth saw the BEV share of new car sales rise to 17%, matching the European Union average for the first time. Despite this momentum, BEVs represent only 2.1% of all registered cars in Türkiye, and gasoline consumption increased by 16% in the first 11 months of 2025. The report highlights that while domestic production and tax-compatible models drove growth, high overall tax burdens and exchange rate fluctuations remain challenges to further reducing energy imports.

Bulgaria is experiencing a period of intense political instability and civic awakening, highlighted by mass protests in December 2025 that forced the resignation of Prime Minister Rosen Zhelyazkov. The author argues that while the country has seen economic growth and integration into the EU, Schengen area, and Eurozone, it remains plagued by systemic corruption and 'institutional capture' by oligarchs like Delyan Peevski and Boyko Borissov. The document identifies a shift from passive citizenship to a 'post-populist' wave of mobilisation, driven largely by Generation Z and social media, though it notes that these movements currently lack the structure needed to provide a stable political alternative.

The research paper examines 'Africa+1' summits—high-level meetings between African nations and a single external power—as a strategic arena for geopolitical influence. It traces the evolution from early French-led summits to a 'second generation' involving Asian powers like Japan, China, India, and Turkey, and more recent engagement from Indonesia, Saudi Arabia, and Italy. The author argues that Africa's demographic growth and critical mineral wealth have increased its strategic value, allowing African states to exercise greater agency by leveraging rivalries between global powers. However, the document critiques the summit format as often being performative and asymmetric, noting a gap between multi-billion-dollar pledges and tangible results. It highlights proposals for reform, such as unified AU representation, to move toward more equitable partnerships.

President Prabowo of Indonesia has revoked the permits of 28 companies linked to deforestation, including North Sumatra Hydro Energy and Agincourt gold mine, following devastating floods in Sumatra. The government is suing six companies for $284 million in damages. Additionally, nearly 82,000 hectares in Tesso Nillo National Park have been returned to the Ministry of Forestry for restoration. Mighty Earth is leveraging these actions to advocate for the reconsideration of the 'Food and Energy Estates' project, which has already destroyed over 75,000 acres.

South Africa holds approximately 80% of global Platinum Group Metals (PGMs), which are essential catalysts for PEM electrolysers and fuel cells used in green hydrogen production. While this provides a strategic opportunity for re-industrialisation and decarbonisation, the transition faces severe constraints, including an outdated electricity grid, water scarcity in high-resource areas, and a significant skills gap. The shift also threatens the coal and internal combustion engine automotive sectors, risking large-scale job losses in regions like Mpumalanga and the Eastern Cape. Geopolitically, South Africa must navigate competition between China and Western powers, particularly as the US has withdrawn support for the Just Energy Transition Partnership (JETP). The paper argues that for the transition to be 'just', the government must integrate mineral beneficiation with social safeguards, regional SADC integration, and comprehensive workforce reskilling.

The document finds that farming is highly valued in Britain as a crucial part of national identity and food security, with the public viewing farmers as being on the frontline of climate change impacts. It argues that climate policies must be developed in collaboration with farmers to avoid being perceived as punitive, as protecting the food supply and supporting farmers is a top priority for government climate action across all demographic groups.

The statement warns that social media and generative AI are being used by far-right groups and authoritarian leaders to normalize racism, misogyny, and misinformation. It highlights the fragmentation of the media landscape into echo chambers and argues that while regulation is necessary, the primary solution must be a 'whole-of-society approach' to digital media and information literacy for all ages to protect the rule of law and democratic integrity.

The document reports that Europe experienced a November 2025 temperature 1.38°C above the 1991-2020 mean, with record highs in central western Russia and record low precipitation in Turkey. For the January-March 2026 period, forecasts project warmer-than-average temperatures across Europe, particularly in the northeast, and generally weakly positive precipitation anomalies, though soil moisture is expected to be weakly negative in Spain, Italy, central Europe, and Turkey.