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How Communities in Zambia and Zimbabwe Are Leading Climate Adaptation
Climate change, combined with deforestation and a heavy dependence on rain-fed agriculture, has placed growing pressure on rural livelihoods in Zambia and Zimbabwe.
April 2026 | Carbon Minefields Oil and Gas Exploration Monitor
In March 2026, 91 oil and gas exploration licences were awarded across three countries, giving companies access to resources that would emit an estimated 93.1 MtCO2 if burned.
Mapping India’s Energy Policy 2026
India’s energy subsidies are shifting as demand grows, prices fluctuate, and support moves across electricity, liquefied petroleum gas, transport, and clean energy.
Reliability of Claims
This report explores how governments are regulating greenwashing and improving the reliability of environmental claims worldwide.
Sustainable Asset Valuation of the Recovery of the Bogotá River, Colombia
Hybrid infrastructure in the Bogotá River basin reduced flood risk, improved water quality, and delivered strong economic returns.
Tax Incentives in National Investment Laws
This report maps the design, legal structure, and governance arrangements of tax incentives across 105 national investment laws to support better coordination among the institutions that shape these policies and help countries attract quality investment.
Effectively Delivering on Climate and Nature: Policy analysis to maximize synergies and co-benefits in Mongolia
A review of Mongolia’s climate and biodiversity policies to assess synergies, gaps, barriers, and opportunities to improve alignment and coordination.
Sustainable Asset Valuation of Mining Closures in Artisanal and Small-Scale Gold Mines in Marmato, Colombia
Nature-based infrastructure strengthens mine closure in Marmato, reducing landslide risk, restoring land, and delivering stronger economic returns.
States in the Driver’s Seat
The report examines the subnational policy landscape for electric vehicle and battery manufacturing across 14 major automotive states in India.
Leveraging Copper for Economic Transformation
The report outlines key opportunities for Zambia to grow its copper processing and manufacturing industries and provides recommendations on how to seize those opportunities.