ODI [to 6 June 2015]

ODI [to 6 June 2015]
http://www.odi.org/media

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Climate finance for cities: how can climate funds best support low-carbon and climate resilient urban development?
Working and discussion papers | June 2015 | Sam Barnard
An analysis of how multilateral climate funds have attempted to support urban mitigation and adaptation responses. It discusses the implications for ongoing attempts to encourage low-carbon and climate resilient urban development.

10 things to know about development and the data revolution
Briefing papers | June 2015 | Emma Samman
New infographics on the exponential growth of mobile and digital data, where the gaps are, and what this all means for development.
The data revolution has the potential to lead to sharper, more targeted, better-monitored policies. It could even transform power relations between citizens, governments and businesses. Used well, data can help people reach a clearer picture of their lives – and use the evidence for progress. But people remain uncounted and big gaps in our knowledge remain. Explore development and the data revolution in these 10 infographics.

Climate finance and public finance management: professional development reading pack
Toolkits,Working and discussion papers | June 2015 | Neil Bird
A reading pack on climate finance and links to public finance management designed for independent study by individuals or groups, including an introduction to recommended readings.

Global mental health policy influence toolkit
Toolkits | June 2015 | Jessica Mackenzie, Caroline Cassidy
A set of tools for researchers working in global mental health. Designed to be used by project teams, tools can be applied individually or together as part of wider strategic planning.