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This 2006 report, prepared for the World Bank, provides a framework for establishing a Circular Economy (CE) indicator system in China. It advocates for the use of Material Flow Analysis (MFA) to monitor resource efficiency and decoupling of economic growth from environmental pressure, drawing on experiences from the European Union, the United States, and Japan.

The report details the activities of the Financial and Administrative Committee (FAC) of the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI) between May and November 2006. It covers the selection of external auditors, the development of a procurement manual, salary adjustment policies, and the financial status of the institute, highlighting a concerning dependence on a small number of contributing countries.

This report discusses the World Health Organization's (WHO) role in addressing the impact of intellectual property and trade policies on public health, specifically highlighting how bilateral and regional free trade agreements (FTAs) may undermine the public health protections established by the Doha Declaration.

This fact sheet summarizes the personal testimony provided by Dr. James E. Hansen on August 14, 2006, regarding climate change in the legal case of Association of International Automobile Manufacturers et. al. v. the Secretary of Vermont, Agency of Natural Resources et. al.

The World Resources Institute (WRI) reported 'net' CO2 emissions of 1,031 metric tons in 2004 and 978 metric tons in 2005, representing a decrease from its 2000 base year. WRI achieves a 'net zero' balance annually through the purchase of offsets, primarily via the Chicago Climate Exchange. The organization utilizes Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs) to green 100% of its electricity and has implemented internal efficiency measures, such as energy-efficient lighting and electronic payroll. WRI also published a guide for service sector GHG management and planned a 3,000-square-foot green roof for its office building.

This document is the report of the 22nd Meeting of the Executive Council (EC) of the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI), held on May 22-23, 2006, in Porlamar, Venezuela. The meeting focused on the strategic development of the IAI's scientific agenda, financial reporting, capacity building initiatives, and the resolution of project compliance and funding issues.

A joint statement from the Center for International Environmental Law (CIEL) and the Institute for Agriculture and Trade Policy (IATP) to the USTR requesting that the United States adopt a policy of requesting open web-cast hearings for all World Trade Organization (WTO) dispute settlement proceedings to increase transparency and accessibility.

This record of discussion from the South African Institute of International Affairs (SAIIA) examines the challenges and future directions of South Africa's trade strategy. The briefing covers the gridlock in the WTO Doha Round, the potential for unilateral trade liberalisation, the strategic value of Free Trade Agreements (FTAs), and the complexities of regional integration within SADC and SACU.

This briefing by the Center for International Environmental Law analyzes proposals from the European Communities (EC) and the NAMA-11 group to establish a 'facilitative mechanism' for resolving non-tariff measures (NTMs) within the WTO. The author argues that such a mechanism would move the WTO away from its rules-based dispute settlement system toward a confidential, non-binding process focused solely on trade impacts, potentially undermining environmental and public health regulations and leaving developing countries vulnerable to power politics.

This research paper argues that South Africa and other developing nations should accept a 'bad deal' in the Doha round of WTO negotiations to prevent the collapse of the multilateral trading system and avoid the risks of bilateral trade agreements dominated by wealthy nations.

This briefing, produced by the ISEAL Alliance and the Center for International Environmental Law (CIEL), summarizes legal opinions on the ability of governments to reference voluntary international standards, specifically non-product related Process and Production Method (npr PPM) standards such as social and environmental criteria, in government procurement under World Trade Organization (WTO) rules.

This report, based on a survey of 20 humanitarian and development professionals, examines the role of land ownership and tenure in community resilience and recovery following natural disasters. It highlights the critical gap between immediate humanitarian relief and long-term reconstruction, arguing that secure land rights are essential for economic regeneration and reducing future vulnerability.

This research paper examines the state of human trafficking research in South Africa as of 2006, arguing that existing data is rudimentary, methodologically weak, and overly focused on sexual exploitation. It calls for more sophisticated, dispassionate research and the adoption of innovative methodologies to inform the development of specialized anti-trafficking legislation.

This document is the Action List from the Thirteenth meeting of the Conference of the Parties (CoP) of the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI), held in Porlamar, Venezuela, on May 23-24, 2006. It records administrative decisions, elections, budget approvals, and policy modifications made during the two-day session.

This document records the decisions made during the 13th meeting of the Conference of the Parties (CoP) of the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI), held in Polamar, Venezuela, on May 23-24, 2006.

This document records six resolutions adopted by the Conference of the Parties (CoP) during its thirteenth meeting held on May 23 and 24, 2006, in Isla Margarita, Venezuela.

The 22nd Meeting of the IAI Executive Council, held in Porlamar, Venezuela, on May 22-23, 2006, focused on administrative appointments, the development of a Strategic Plan, and the resolution of project compliance issues.

This document records the decisions and action items from the 22nd Meeting of the Executive Council (EC) of the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI), held in Porlamar, Venezuela, on May 22-23, 2006. The meeting focused on administrative appointments, the development of a strategic plan, and the management of research projects and funding.

The Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI) submitted a core budget request of $1,012,405 for the 2006-2007 fiscal year, which is identical to the previous year's request. The budget supports Directorate operations, which account for approximately 25% of the total IAI budget. Key priorities for the period include the implementation of the CRN II Program, the organization of four Training Institutes, and the development of an IAI Strategic Plan to link science with policy decision-making.

The Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI) submitted a basic budget request for the 2006/2007 fiscal year, seeking to maintain the same total funding level as the previous year at 1,012,405 USD. The request emphasizes the implementation of the CRN II program, the closure of CRN I, and the organization of four training institutes, while managing operational costs and addressing inflation and currency devaluation in Brazil.