We seek to unravel net-zero targets to better enable the identification of truly ambitious actors and enhance support towards them. Read More
Navigating the nuances of net-zero targets
Sub- and non-state climate action: A framework to assess progress, implementation and impact
This Climate Policy journal article introduces a conceptual framework to assess the progress, implementation, and impact of climate action by sub- and non-state actors. Read More
Correcting course: the emission reduction potential of international cooperative initiatives
This article quantifies the aggregate potential of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions reductions in 2030 from full implementation of 17 major international cooperative initiatives. Read More
Beyond national climate action: the impact of region, city, and business commitments on global greenhouse gas emissions
This article quantifies the net aggregate impact in 2030 of commitments by individual non-state and subnational actors (e.g. regions, cities and businesses, collectively referred to as ‘NSAs’) to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. Read More
Ambitious climate actions and targets by countries, regions, cities and businesses
This is a growing list of truly ambitious climate actions and targets by countries, regions, cities, and businesses. It shows that in all areas, there are actors that aim for the ambition level needed to fully decarbonise our society. Read More
Global climate action from cities, regions and businesses – 2019
This report is the second global analysis of local and regional government and corporate climate contributions, updating “Global Climate Action from Cities, Regions, and Companies” launched at the 2018 Global Climate Action Summit. Read More
Climate Opportunity Dashboard
The Climate Opportunity 2030 dashboard provides an interface to interactively compare scenarios for different co-benefits of climate action. Read More
Climate Opportunity: More Jobs, Better Health, Liveable Cities
Climate Opportunity investigates the economic, social and environmental benefits for climate change mitigation action in cities. The findings can be browsed in the Climate Opportunity report or through the online interactive dashboard. Read More
Climate Opportunity Report: More Jobs, Better Health, Liveable Cities
The Climate Opportunity report investigates the economic, social and environmental benefits for climate change mitigation action in cities. A methodology report provides a blueprint for replicating the analysis for other regions and specific urban areas. Read More
Climate Opportunity Online Dashboard
The Climate Opportunity online dashboard is a tool that allows it’s users to tangibly use data from the Climate Opportunity report to plan how specific climate actions – such as improving bus service, retrofitting buildings, or implementing renewable energy for heating and cooling – can improve emissions, create jobs, and increase savings customized to a city of their size. Read More