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The document argues that energy transitions in Latin America are often reductionist, focusing on decarbonization while continuing to support fossil fuels as economic drivers or transition catalysts. Through case studies of Chile, Colombia, Mexico, and Peru, it highlights a disconnect between international climate commitments and public investment, warning that the current approach risks creating carbon 'lock-in' and prolonging extractivism.

The document examines how socioeconomic factors, such as informal employment and low income, increase exposure to air pollution in Bangkok. It finds a significant gap between government air quality data and public perception, particularly in outer districts. The authors propose six policy measures, including improved public communication, expanded affordable healthcare, and stricter vehicle emission controls, to protect vulnerable populations.

The report outlines a framework for the operationalisation of the Loss and Damage Fund, emphasizing the need for inclusive governance, simplified access for vulnerable nations, and a diverse funding base. It argues for a grant-based approach and the integration of humanitarian and non-profit sector practices to ensure funds reach the most marginalized local communities.

The 2023 Production Gap Report finds that global governments plan to produce significantly more fossil fuels by 2030 and 2050 than is consistent with the 1.5°C warming limit. Despite net-zero pledges, many major producers continue to plan increases in coal, oil, and gas extraction. The report argues for a rapid phase-out of fossil fuels, noting that reliance on carbon capture and storage (CCS) and carbon dioxide removal (CDR) is risky due to technical and economic uncertainties.

The report assesses the potential for a circular textile system in Estonia, identifying that approximately 3,300 tonnes of textile waste annually are suitable for low-cost mechanical recycling. It details a pilot process of collecting, sorting, and shredding post-consumer textiles to create new yarns and non-woven composite materials, resulting in prototypes such as furniture and knitwear. The authors conclude that Estonia lacks the necessary industrial pre-processing infrastructure and recommend state-level investments in sorting and shredding facilities, estimated at approximately 2.4 million euros, to enable large-scale recycling.

The report outlines a phased roadmap for the Green Power Corridor (GPC) in North-East Asia, aiming to integrate the power grids of China, Japan, Mongolia, the Republic of Korea, the Democratic People's Republic of Korea, and the Russian Federation. Using a cost-optimization model, the study demonstrates that enhanced connectivity reduces system costs, accelerates the adoption of low-cost renewables, and supports national net-zero targets. The proposed roadmap is divided into three phases: laying the groundwork (2023-2030), implementation (2030-2040), and organic development (2040 onward), focusing on six building blocks: political accord, institutional framework, infrastructure backbone, financial arrangements, regulatory framework, and social acceptance.

The fact sheet outlines a framework for accelerating the Global Goals through science-policy-society interactions, the adoption of alternative prosperity indicators beyond GDP, and the realignment of global financial systems. It advocates for deep climate mitigation, the inclusion of Indigenous knowledge, and the strengthening of multilateralism to ensure high-income countries fulfill their financial promises. The recommendations emphasize a systemic approach to policymaking that accounts for intergenerational equity and the interconnections between society, economy, and environment.

The appendix describes the technical process for estimating the 'government plans and projections' (GPP) pathway using data from 19 major producer countries and deriving climate-consistent pathways from IPCC AR6 mitigation scenarios. It outlines the conversion of physical production data into energy and extraction-based GHG emission units and explains the scenario-filtering process used to exclude pathways with unrealistic reliance on carbon dioxide removal (CDR) and carbon capture and storage (CCS). Additionally, it compares the 2023 findings with the 2021 assessment, noting a widening production gap for coal by 2030.

The 2023 Production Gap Report finds that governments plan to produce significantly more fossil fuels by 2030 and 2050 than is compatible with the 1.5°C goal of the Paris Agreement. Despite net-zero commitments, major producers continue to plan expansions, with coal production projected to increase until 2030 and oil and gas until at least 2050. The report emphasizes that relying on carbon capture and storage (CCS) and carbon dioxide removal (CDR) is risky due to technical failures and scale issues, urging a phase-out of coal by 2040 and a reduction of oil and gas to 25% of 2020 levels by 2050.

The paper highlights a research gap where planned adaptation (public policy) is prioritized over autonomous 'everyday' adaptation. It proposes treating adaptation as a commons issue to analyze the synergies and conflicts between these two forms of adaptation, using climate justice as a lens to ensure equitable outcomes.

The briefing argues that climate adaptation must be treated as a global challenge because climate impacts create transboundary and cascading risks that cross national borders. It suggests that identifying the shared benefits of systemic resilience can attract more investment from donors, banks, and private actors.

The research examines soy farmers in the Matopiba region of Brazil, finding that land-use decisions are driven by economic rationale and a sense of entitlement to clear land. The authors argue that voluntary behavioral changes are unlikely to succeed and that strict regulatory enforcement and supply-chain requirements for conversion-free soy are necessary to prevent the total loss of the Cerrado.

The report argues that renewable energy projects in energy-scarce areas, specifically refugee camps, often overlook the potential to provoke or exacerbate conflict due to unequal energy access. An analysis of 11 projects in Kenya's Kakuma Refugee Camp reveals that conflict potential is rarely discussed and data on resulting tensions is lacking. The authors recommend local community engagement and stakeholder inclusion to mitigate these risks.

The report finds that most EU Member States cannot reach climate neutrality through natural sinks alone, with only Spain, Finland, and Sweden projected to have sinks of the necessary magnitude by 2050. While forestry is the primary focus of natural removals, there is a significant lack of attention to sink stability and other land-use categories. Technological solutions are discussed, with a clear preference for Carbon Capture and Storage/Utilization (CCS/CCU) over Bioenergy with Carbon Capture and Storage (BECCS) and Direct Air Capture (DAC), though distinctions between these technologies are often blurred in national strategies.

The assessment finds that while Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania all commit to climate neutrality by 2050, their strategies are largely aspirational and lack the rigorous sectoral modelling, investment analysis, and socioeconomic impact assessments required by EU regulations. Lithuania's strategy is the most recent and detailed regarding targets, while Latvia's is the most legible. Estonia's original LTS is outdated and brief, though supplemented by the broader 'Eesti 2035' plan. Common regional weaknesses include a lack of integrated financial planning and insufficient detail on a 'just transition,' particularly for Estonia's oil-shale region. The report recommends structural harmonisation, comprehensive sectoral modelling, and increased regional collaboration to enhance energy security and achieve decarbonisation goals.

The study assesses the impact of dam operations and climate change on the Mond River and its downstream estuary. While dams cause 'drastic' to 'severe' flow alterations in the river corridor, remote sensing indicates that climate change factors—specifically sea-level rise in the Persian Gulf and meteorological drought—have a more significant impact on the Mond-Protected Area than upstream river regulation or land-use change.

The study investigates a UN Adaptation Fund project in Madagascar's Aloatra-Mangoro region, finding that project benefits disproportionately accrued to households with higher political connectivity rather than the most vulnerable, thereby exacerbating local inequality.

The document examines international development finance for nature-based solutions (NbS) in developing countries, particularly least developed countries (LDCs) and small island developing states (SIDS). It highlights the difficulty of accurately quantifying NbS funding and suggests that current estimates may mask a significant finance gap if projects are not explicitly designed to deliver both biodiversity and human benefits.

The research examines how low-carbon transition policies in Sweden's food and transport sectors may unevenly affect consumers based on wealth, access, and health. It identifies a significant portion of the population at risk of adverse impacts due to car dependency and limited ability to absorb price increases for carbon-intensive goods.

The report details a co-creation process between Kalmar municipality and the Stockholm Environment Institute to align a new mobility strategy with the Agenda 2030 goals. The strategy aims for a transport mode split of 60% walking, cycling, and public transport and 40% cars by 2035. Analysis indicates strong positive impacts on public health and sustainable cities, though risks include social polarization among car-dependent groups and potential conflicts over land use for biodiversity. Key recommendations include implementing '15-minute city' planning, enhancing fossil-free maritime transport, and using life-cycle analyses in procurement.