From the minibus taxis of Cape Town to the “boda boda” motorbike taxis common through eastern Africa, “informal” transport systems provide a vital service in communities where other public transport may be unavailable or unaffordable. Yet despite being one of the most common forms of transportation globally, informal transport is largely overlooked in national climate and development policies. WRI experts explain why and how policymakers can leverage informal transport in the fight against climate change. Read more.

Dozens of intergovernmental climate partnerships have cropped up in recent years. Yet new WRI analysis reveals that only a few have adopted the features necessary for effective cooperation. As the next UN climate summit (COP28) approaches, WRI experts share what we can learn from existing cooperative initiatives and how countries can pursue new, more targeted coalitions that achieve impact. Read more.

Some impacts of climate change are so severe they simply cannot be adapted to — like loss of homes, jobs or even lives. That’s why policymakers agreed in 2022 to establish a Loss and Damage Fund, where wealthy nations would provide financial support for vulnerable countries to rebuild and recover from the most disastrous effects of climate change. One year later, fully operationalizing the Loss and Damage Fund is a key goal for the next UN climate summit (COP28) — but realizing it may not be easy.  Read more.

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