The global transition to renewable energy systems will be mineral intensive and, under the current linear economy conditions,...
The global transition to renewable energy systems will be mineral intensive and, under the current linear economy conditions,...
Supporting governments, civil society, communities and peoples, and other relevant actors in strengthening the governance of land-based investments (including investments in agriculture, renewable energy, forestry, and extractive industries)
Recognizing that more and better private sector investment is widely seen as critical to advancing economic development and achieving the SDGs in low- and middle-income countries, ALIGN responds to concerns that land-based investments sometimes also contribute to dispossession, environmental degradation, and conflict. With work in multiple countries across Sub-Saharan Africa and the Asia-Pacific, it spanned three core activities:
ALIGN is a collaboration of CCSI, the International Institute for Environment and Development (IIED), and Namati. It is funded by UK Aid from the UK Government.
We partnered with governments, civil society and communities in 15+ countries to enhance the governance of land-based investments across agriculture, extractives and renewable energy.
Leading to
What’s next? CCSI now leverages this unique evidence base to shape the agenda on food systems transition and adaptation finance, recognizing that effective land governance is essential for directing capital, safeguarding rights, and unlocking durable climate resilience.
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Providing practical tools that can be used during investment assessment processes so that meaningful participation by women can strengthen strategies around land use, food security, water access, and livelihoods.
Transforming food systems toward more regenerative, equitable, and climate and biodiversity-aligned models...
Promoting fair, transparent, and rights-based approaches to managing land use and investments...
Assessing what’s truly actionable for businesses within real mandates, markets, and sustainability commitments...
