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This briefing document outlines the process for relocating the headquarters of the Directorate of the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI) from Uruguay to Panama, following a decision by the Conference of the Parties on 26 March 2024.

This briefing document outlines the process for relocating the Executive Directorate of the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI) to Panama, following a decision by the Conference of the Parties on March 26, 2024.

This report from the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI) details the activities and recommendations of the Financial Working Group. The group was established to develop a plan for increasing voluntary contributions to the IAI's operating budget and defining other types of financial and in-kind support to ensure financial stability amidst inflation and growth in activities.

This briefing document outlines the process for relocating the Executive Directorate of the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI) to Panama, following a decision by the Conference of the Parties on March 26, 2024.

This briefing from the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI) presents the operating budget request for the 2024-2025 fiscal year and preliminary requests for 2025-2027, detailing necessary increases in country contributions to support strategic activities and staffing.

This briefing provides a financial review of the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI) for the 2023-2024 fiscal year, detailing contributions from member Parties, operational expenditures, and administrative controls as of March 31, 2024.

The document is a report from the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI) presenting the independent auditors' report and financial statements for the fiscal years ending June 30, 2023, and June 30, 2022. It details the organization's balance sheets, operations, cash flows, and the status of contributions from member nations.

The Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI) Directorate has announced the approval of Panama's proposal to host its headquarters and released the draft report of the 2024 Extraordinary Meeting of the Conference of the Parties for review.

A notification from the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI) announcing the approval of Panama as the new host for the IAI Executive Directorate and the availability of the draft report from the 2024 Extraordinary Meeting of the Conference of the Parties.

The report documents the 2024 Extraordinary Meeting of the Conference of the Parties to the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI), held via videoconference on 26 March 2024. The primary outcome of the meeting was the consensus approval of Panama's proposal to host the headquarters of the IAI Directorate.

This report documents the 2024 Extraordinary Meeting of the Conference of the Parties (CoP) of the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI), held via videoconference on March 26, 2024. The primary purpose of the meeting was to review and decide upon a proposal from Panama to host the headquarters of the IAI Executive Directorate.

The IAI Science Diplomacy Center (SDC) is a regional initiative aimed at strengthening the science-policy interface in the Americas, particularly Latin America and the Caribbean. Between 2023 and April 2024, the SDC established three priority pillars: Capacity Building, a Knowledge Hub, and Emerging/Innovation Issues. Key achievements include the launch of a training workshop in Panama, the expansion of the STeP Fellowship program to 47 fellows from 14 countries, and the development of a specialized science diplomacy curriculum with the University of Sao Paulo. The SDC is also building a digital Knowledge Hub and forging strategic partnerships with entities such as AAAS, UNESCO, and DiploCientifica to support sustainable development and global environmental change objectives.

A proposal by the National Secretariat for Science, Technology and Innovation (SENACYT) of Panama to the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI) to relocate its Executive Directorate to Panama City, specifically within the City of Knowledge (Ciudad del Saber).

A proposal by the National Secretariat of Science, Technology, and Innovation (SENACYT) of Panama to the Conference of the Parties to the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI), inviting the IAI to relocate its headquarters to Panama.

This briefing by Zero Carbon Analytics argues that transitioning to zero-carbon electricity grids powered by wind and solar is technically and economically feasible. It debunks common myths regarding the need for fossil fuel backups and grid overloading, highlighting that stability can be achieved through flexibility solutions, digitalisation, and cross-border interconnectors. The document provides real-world examples from countries like Denmark, Portugal, and Namibia, while noting that insufficient investment in grid infrastructure remains a primary obstacle to a faster global rollout.

This briefing document outlines the process for relocating the headquarters of the Directorate of the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI) following the Uruguayan Government's decision to terminate its Host Country Agreement.

The document consists of an official letter from the Brazilian Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation (MCTI) and an accompanying Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the Fundação de Amparo à Pesquisa e Inovação do Estado de Santa Catarina (FAPESC) and the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI). The agreement establishes a framework for collaboration on science, technology, and innovation, specifically focusing on global environmental change and its impacts on human well-being.

This report by the Climate Bonds Initiative analyzes the sustainability-linked bond (SLB) market up to November 2023, identifying a high prevalence of low-quality deals characterized by a lack of ambition, poor disclosure, and weak underlying transition plans. The report provides a quantitative profile of the market, assesses KPI performance and transition plan quality among top issuers, and offers a best-practice checklist to improve market credibility and scale.

This briefing by Somos El Cambio explains the necessity of the energy transition, defined as phasing out fossil fuels in favor of renewable sources and more efficient energy use to mitigate global warming. It highlights the economic and environmental benefits of this shift, particularly for Latin America and the Caribbean, while emphasizing the need for fairness and equity to avoid repeating the extractivist patterns of the fossil fuel era.

This stocktaking report by the Climate Policy Initiative and Convergence examines the intersection of blended finance, gender equality, and the energy transition in emerging markets and developing economies (EMDEs). It analyzes market trends, identifies systemic barriers to gender-responsive climate finance, and provides case studies of financial vehicles that integrate gender outcomes into clean energy projects.