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This research paper describes an integrated hydro-economic modeling framework used to analyze water and agricultural policies in a basin in Spain's central arid region, focusing on the tension between groundwater conservation and rural livelihoods.

This 2011 report analyzes transport-related CO2e and pollutant emissions in Tallinn, finding that while overall vehicle mileage and GHG emissions rose by nearly 50% between 2000 and 2009, local pollutants like NOx and PM decreased due to better engine technology. It highlights that municipal service vehicles contribute about 10% of the city's transport CO2e, with city buses and waste trucks being the largest contributors. The report recommends implementing eco-driving training, which could save up to 2,660 tons of CO2e and nearly 1 million euros annually for municipal companies. Broader recommendations for Tallinn include congestion charging, low-emission zones, and prioritizing public transport and cycling over private car use.

This technical policy briefing note describes the climate change projections used in the ClimateCost project, focusing on temperature and precipitation changes globally and across Europe. It evaluates three emission scenarios—A1B (medium-high), E1 (mitigation), and RCP8.5 (high)—using a combination of Global Climate Models (GCMs) and Regional Climate Models (RCMs) to assess future impacts and the associated uncertainties.

This technical policy briefing note from the ClimateCost project assesses the potential economic impacts of river flooding in the European Union (EU27) under different climate and socio-economic scenarios. Using the LISFLOOD model, the study evaluates expected annual damage (EAD) and the number of people affected (EAP), while analyzing the costs and benefits of maintaining flood protection levels. The findings emphasize that socio-economic growth is as significant a driver of future flood costs as climate change, and that adaptation can significantly reduce direct damages.

This research paper evaluates the biofuels components and sustainability criteria of the European Union's Renewable Energy Directive, analyzing how they align regional energy-economic goals with global environment, climate, and development policies.

This research paper uses WEAP and SALMOD models to analyze the impact of climate change on spring-run Chinook salmon (SRCS) in Butte Creek, California, concluding that simple water operation changes are unlikely to prevent their extinction.

The Stockholm Environment Institute critiques the EPA's cost-benefit analysis for cooling water intake regulations, arguing that monetized benefits are severely underestimated due to the exclusion of non-use values and errors in baseline mortality data. The authors suggest that when benefits are properly calculated and costs are reassessed, the regulations yield positive net benefits with minimal impact on electricity rates and a positive effect on employment and GDP. They strongly advise against site-specific calculations, recommending instead a national standard with a higher threshold for compliance.

This research paper examines the quantification and mapping of above-ground biological carbon storage in Leicester, UK, to support climate change mitigation policies and the establishment of realistic carbon emission targets for local authorities.

This research paper evaluates water scarcity and potential adaptation strategies in three distinct ecological areas of Yemen using Water Resources Evaluation and Planning (WEAP) software.

This research paper examines the unsustainability of linear phosphorus (P) fertilizer use and proposes strategies to improve phosphorus use efficiency in agriculture to preserve finite fossil reserves and reduce environmental pollution.

This case study examines climate change adaptation processes in Stockholm and Gothenburg, Sweden, using participatory research with public and private sector practitioners to identify risks, stakeholders, and barriers to implementation.

A study conducted in the Marina catchment area of Singapore from April 2007 to March 2008 analyzed the deposition fluxes of nitrogen (N) and phosphorus (P) in aerosols and rainwater, finding that wet deposition dominated N species while dry deposition dominated P species.

This research paper examines the challenges of using vulnerability as a criterion for allocating adaptation finance, noting that science alone cannot provide a single objective ranking. It analyzes the Global Climate Change Alliance (GCCA), the Pilot Program for Climate Resilience (PPCR), and the Adaptation Fund, finding that while all three use vulnerability for prioritization, their criteria vary and are influenced by political factors, presenting a continuing challenge for the Green Climate Fund (GCF).

This document outlines critical methodological choices and assumptions in the empirical research and modeling used to evaluate the socio-economic impacts, costs, and benefits of climate mitigation and adaptation policies.

This research paper explores the factors influencing whether climate adaptation investments are implemented within the water services sector, noting that while a 2007 investigation urged immediate action, uncertainty regarding the timing of climate consequences and competing municipal priorities persist.

This research paper examines the necessity and challenges of integrating climate adaptation into development assistance in Mozambique, noting that while donor awareness and legislation are supportive, institutional capacity remains a significant barrier.

The 'Guía Práctica de Uso de la Orina en la Producción Agrícola' is a comprehensive guide published by the Stockholm Environment Institute that provides technical, economic, and institutional frameworks for using human urine as a sustainable agricultural fertilizer. It details the nutrient composition of urine, application strategies, risk management based on WHO guidelines, and case studies from various global regions to support the transition toward productive sanitation systems.

The paper introduces the Climate and Regional Economics of Development (CRED) model, which analyzes the economics of climate and development choices with a focus on global equity, resource flows, and mitigation costs.

This research paper compares the closed static chamber (CSC) and closed dynamic chamber (CDC) methodologies for measuring soil respiration, finding that the CSC approach can produce comparable results to the CDC system if sampling periods are shortened to prevent CO2 build-up.

This research paper examines the strategic considerations and challenges associated with deploying carbon capture and storage (CCS) technology in developing countries, specifically comparing policies and activities in Brazil, India, and South Africa.