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The report evaluates a proposed land restoration project in Burkina Faso using nature-based infrastructure (NBI) to address severe land degradation and climate-driven displacement. The analysis finds that NBI outperforms grey infrastructure, offering a return of USD 14.8 in benefits for every USD 1 invested, while providing significant carbon storage and reducing conflict by stabilizing rural livelihoods.

The report highlights a significant disparity in Canadian public finance, with crown corporations providing between CAD 7.6 billion and CAD 13.5 billion annually to fossil fuels (2020-2022) versus CAD 147 million for domestic renewable energy. It argues that Canada must implement a comprehensive policy this year to end all public finance for fossil fuels—including loans, equity, and insurance—to align with climate commitments and its upcoming G7 presidency.

The document assesses the viability of Canada's planned LNG expansion, concluding that it is incompatible with 1.5°C global warming targets and economically precarious. It highlights that new facilities would increase domestic emissions and divert clean energy resources. Economically, the brief warns of a global supply glut by 2030, with Canadian projects struggling to compete against lower-cost producers in Qatar and the United States, thereby risking significant losses for taxpayers and investors.

The report finds that Canadian institutions provided between CAD 7.6 billion and CAD 13.5 billion annually to the fossil fuel sector from 2020 to 2022, while providing only CAD 147 million annually for domestic renewable energy. It identifies Export Development Canada (EDC) as the primary provider of this finance and highlights a critical lack of transparency in reporting. The authors recommend a comprehensive policy that covers the entire fossil fuel life cycle, includes existing investments like the Trans Mountain Pipeline Expansion, and precludes funding for carbon capture and storage (CCS) and blue hydrogen. The report suggests redirecting these funds toward clean electricity and Indigenous-led generation to support Canada's energy transition.

The report highlights a significant funding gap in the Canadian Prairies, where grey water infrastructure depreciation exceeded investments by nearly CAD 3 billion between 2017 and 2021. It argues that private capital can supplement government funding through outcome-based financing models and government incentives, provided that ethical considerations regarding land rights and Indigenous values are prioritized.

The report details a training workshop held in Abuja, Nigeria, from April 22–26, 2024, aimed at enhancing gender inclusivity within the artisanal and small-scale mining (ASM) sector. Based on a needs assessment and participant exercises, the workshop identified systemic barriers to women's participation, such as cultural practices and gender-blind programming, and proposed a gender-responsive formalization strategy. Key recommendations include revising mining laws, establishing microgrant schemes, and creating multistakeholder bodies to monitor gender-responsive policies.

The document argues that Ukraine's reconstruction presents a 'watershed moment' to build a climate-resilient society, specifically through energy-efficient residential building. It warns against the 'international technocracy' and corruption seen in Bosnia and Herzegovina's recovery and the implementation delays and inefficient grant usage observed in Croatia's post-earthquake reconstruction under the NextGenerationEU program. The author analyzes the EUR 50 billion Ukraine Facility and the Ukraine Plan, suggesting a targeted funding strategy where grants are prioritized for cost-effective multi-family homes to reduce payback periods and attract investors, while low concessional loans are used for single-family homes.

The document evaluates a small and medium-sized licensed buying company (LBC) in Ghana's cocoa sector using the RAI Tool for Agribusiness. While the company demonstrates high compliance in inclusive structures and stakeholder treatment, it shows significant gaps in formal strategy, human resource development, and environmental impact management. The study highlights the challenges faced by local SMEs competing with multinational enterprises, including limited access to affordable finance and climate-related yield declines. It recommends digitizing transaction processes, formalizing grievance mechanisms, and developing a structured strategy to move beyond ad hoc responsible business conduct.

The document evaluates LIMBUA Group Limited, a Kenyan SME processing macadamia, avocado, and mangoes, using the RAI Tool to measure compliance with CFS-RAI principles. The analysis finds high levels of compliance across most dimensions, particularly in human resource development and inclusive governance. LIMBUA supports 9,647 organic and FairTrade certified farmers in Embu and Kirinyaga counties, providing a 20% price premium and technical advisory services via its proprietary BioFarm digital system. Key challenges identified include competition from unethical brokers, climate change affecting production cycles, and difficulties in accessing local startup finance. The report recommends further investment in diversification, improved seasonal cash flow support for farmers, and government intervention to regulate brokers.

The report evaluates Mahembe Coffee, a small and medium-sized enterprise in Rwanda that produces, processes, and exports specialty coffee. Using the RAI Tool for Agribusiness, the study finds that the company generally maintains high compliance with responsible investment principles, largely driven by the founder's commitment to community development. Key strengths include fair pricing for farmers, inclusive governance, and environmental risk management. However, the report identifies risks related to the informal nature of its operations—such as a lack of written employment contracts—and the potential for this culture to wane as the business transitions to new shareholders. It recommends formalizing policies and procedures to ensure the continuity of its social and environmental standards.

The document analyzes the proposed WTO fisheries subsidies rules (document TN/RL/W/278), arguing that while not perfect, they represent a significant step toward sustainable development by requiring risky subsidies to be linked to credible fisheries management measures. It highlights the complex negotiations between industrial and artisanal fishing interests, as well as the balance between developed and developing nations' needs.

The document assesses the viability of Canadian LNG expansion, concluding that it is incompatible with climate goals and economically precarious. It highlights that new facilities would increase domestic emissions and potentially strand assets due to a projected global supply glut and declining demand in advanced economies. The brief specifically notes that Canadian projects face higher production costs than competitors in Qatar and the United States, making them reliant on substantial public subsidies. It recommends a shift in investment toward green industries to avoid economic shocks and environmental damage.

The report analyzes the current state of fossil fuel production references in the climate commitments of the 20 largest producers and provides a framework for including production phase-outs in future NDCs and LT-LEDS. It finds that most producers either omit production plans or signal continued extraction, which contradicts 1.5°C-compatible scenarios. The authors propose five key elements for new commitments: background production data, phase-out targets, restrictive policies, just transition planning, and equity-based international cooperation.

The report evaluates Nigeria's strategy to expand LNG production to offset declining oil revenues, warning that such investments risk becoming stranded assets as global demand shifts toward clean energy after 2030. It highlights that while Nigeria is the world's sixth-largest LNG exporter, the sector has not significantly improved domestic energy access or reduced poverty, and continues to be linked to environmental degradation and social conflict in the Niger Delta.

The document analyzes India's high import dependence on copper and the global supply risks—including geopolitical instability in producer nations and declining ore grades—that threaten its economic and energy goals. It proposes a four-pronged strategy: diversifying primary supply through strategic partnerships, reforming trade duties to encourage domestic value addition, providing production-linked incentives for the smelting and fabrication industry, and rationalizing the GST on copper scrap to formalize the recycling sector.

The report identifies significant barriers to grid battery deployment in South Africa, including an outdated electricity sector framework, insufficient understanding of battery capabilities, and economic challenges related to capital access and revenue stacking. It highlights the potential for local value chain development in lithium-ion and vanadium redox flow batteries, while warning of environmental risks in raw material extraction and the danger of technological lock-in. The authors propose a series of priority actions, including the alignment of national planning documents, the establishment of a market for ancillary services, and the implementation of pragmatic local content requirements in procurement.

The document analyzes a draft WTO text (TN/RL/W/278) aimed at preventing fisheries subsidies from contributing to overfishing. It argues that while the proposed rules are a compromise between divergent national interests—balancing the needs of small-scale fisheries and developing nations against long-term sustainability—they represent a significant step forward by requiring that most large-scale subsidies be paired with credible fisheries management. The author suggests that these rules would establish a binding multilateral framework aligning fisheries subsidies with sustainable development goals for the first time.

The Climate Negotiations Glossary defines the technical, political, and procedural terminology of the UNFCCC process. It covers the governing bodies of the UNFCCC, Kyoto Protocol, and Paris Agreement, as well as the roles of various negotiation blocks, observer constituencies, and financial mechanisms. The guide explains specific articles of the Paris Agreement (such as Article 6 on carbon markets and Article 9 on finance), the functions of constituted bodies like the Adaptation Committee, and the logistical details of COP meetings, including the 'blue zone' and 'green zone'.

A collaboration between University College London and the International Institute for Sustainable Development (IISD) asserts that existing fossil fuel capacity is sufficient to meet energy demand under 1.5°C-aligned scenarios. The authors propose a "No New Fossil Fuels" norm as a politically and legally feasible first step toward a full transition, noting that peer-reviewed science indicates no room for new oil and gas fields or coal- and gas-fired power plants.

The brief analyzes financial capital trends in Ethiopia, Indonesia, and Trinidad and Tobago between 1995 and 2020, noting that while financial capital generally contributes positively to total wealth, Ethiopia and Trinidad and Tobago saw an increase in liabilities over assets toward the end of the period. It recommends diversifying debt financing sources, particularly for Trinidad and Tobago, and improving public debt management and governance to ensure long-term resilience.