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developing countries
Also known as: developing countries, developing nations, Developing countries, developing country
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Realist Review on Just Transition Towards Low Emission, Climate ... link.springer.com Jan 5, 2026 8 facts
claimThe incidence of evidence regarding interventions contributing to a just transition is currently more closely studied within English-language literature in wealthier developing countries.
claimResearch regarding just transition frameworks in developing countries is significantly less common than research focused on Annex I countries.
measurementOver 90% of agricultural workers in developing countries are employed in the informal economy.
claimNon-Annex I Parties under the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) are primarily developing countries, some of which are vulnerable to climate change impacts, while others are vulnerable to economic impacts from climate change response measures due to their dependence on fossil fuel production and commerce.
claimWorkers and smallholders in the informal economy of developing countries typically lack coverage by social protection schemes, which increases their vulnerability to shocks such as those caused by climate change, according to Leal et al. (2022).
referenceThe realist review analyzed global evidence on interventions contributing to a just transition in developing countries across the sectors of energy, agriculture and food, infrastructure, and ecosystem services.
referenceA realist review of global evidence on just transition interventions in developing countries identified common enablers across most sectors, including robust funding and financing mechanisms, strong alignment with needs and priorities, political will and ownership, and social dialogue and stakeholder engagement.
referenceThe scope of the realist review on just transition interventions in developing countries covers the sectors of energy, agriculture and food, infrastructure, and ecosystem services.
Energy asset stranding in resource-rich developing countries and ... frontiersin.org Jun 10, 2024 8 facts
claimEconomic analysis regarding asset stranding is currently in its infancy, particularly when applied to the context of developing countries.
claimCompensation payments alone are insufficient to adequately compensate developing countries for the stranding of fossil energy assets due to low political feasibility and unresolved implementation questions.
claimThe stranding of fossil energy assets in developing countries can disrupt economic dependence, expose nations to economic volatility, and potentially cause massive job losses and reduced economic growth.
perspectiveMercure et al. (2018) argue that OPEC countries in the Arab world with high GDP per capita would suffer larger macroeconomic impacts from asset stranding than OPEC members in Africa and other developing countries.
claimFossil energy asset stranding in developing countries may lead to unstable funding for social welfare, health services, education, and infrastructure, which worsens living conditions for vulnerable populations.
referenceHydrogen partnerships are a subset of "energy partnerships" that have existed for several years to support renewable energy assets and community development projects, such as electrification and female empowerment, in developing countries.
perspectiveEnergy transition benefit sharing requires that renewable hydrogen production contributes to the developing country's own energy transition, rather than solely supporting the climate goals of importing industrial countries.
claimSudden energy asset stranding in developing countries with weak political situations can intensify political instability, fuel corruption, and erode public trust in institutions if no compensation mechanisms exist.
A tectonic shift in tariff policy | UN Trade and Development (UNCTAD) unctad.org Sep 17, 2025 3 facts
measurementFor 16 developing countries, including five least developed countries, US tariffs now surpass 25%.
claimThe United States has implemented new, differentiated tariffs on imports from almost all trading partners, with developing countries facing the steepest hikes.
measurementTariffs on developing countries in Asia and Oceania increased from 3% to 13% during the "pause" period and reached 21% in September 2025, excluding China.
ESS Subtopic 6.2: Climate change – Causes and Impacts mrgscience.com 2 facts
perspectiveDeveloping nations emphasize climate change adaptation due to immediate impacts like droughts and flooding, and they often demand climate justice, arguing that wealthier countries should bear more responsibility for mitigation because developing nations contribute less to global emissions.
perspectivePerspectives on climate change for both individuals and societies are influenced by factors including political ideologies, personal experiences, and differences between developed and developing nations.
A comprehensive overview on demand side energy management ... link.springer.com Mar 13, 2023 2 facts
Designing Carbon Pricing Policies Across the Globe link.springer.com 2 facts
referenceLerner et al. (2025) documented expert perspectives regarding the implementation and effectiveness of carbon pricing policies within developing nations.
referenceLerner et al. (2025) surveyed 97 policy experts in developing countries who have practical experience with carbon pricing, focusing on how practitioners manage trade-offs between effectiveness and feasibility of implementation.
Carbon Pricing for Inclusive Prosperity: The Role of Public Support econfip.org 1 fact
claimIn a majority of developing countries, carbon pricing is found to be progressive even before considering revenue recycling.
Wealthfront Classic Portfolio Investment Methodology White Paper research.wealthfront.com Mar 9, 2026 1 fact
measurementDeveloping countries account for half of world GDP, a portion expected to increase as these economies develop.
The geopolitics of the global energy demand shift realinstitutoelcano.org Jul 29, 2024 1 fact
claimJust Energy Transition Partnerships (JETPs) are a potential mechanism for financing energy transitions in developing countries, where foreign loans or investments are matched by corresponding actions from the recipient countries.
World Trade Without the US | Cato Institute cato.org 1 fact
claimThe Doha Development Round left an unfinished agenda for the World Trade Organization, which includes lowering tariffs on manufactured and agricultural goods, reducing agricultural subsidies, lowering barriers to trade in services, enhancing intellectual property rights rules, and clarifying the definition of developing countries regarding special and differential treatment.
U.S.-China Relations in 2024: Managing Competition without Conflict csis.org Jan 3, 2024 1 fact
claimThe Belt and Road Initiative has faced criticism for failed projects that increased the debt burden of developing nations.
Political and social trends in the future of global security. A meta ... link.springer.com Dec 5, 2017 1 fact
claimDeveloping countries will experience a decline in poverty and the growth of a middle class, though this middle class will remain precarious by Western standards and vulnerable to economic turbulence.
(PDF) The Role of Nutrition in Children's Growth and ... academia.edu 1 fact
claimThe main nutritional deficiencies affecting children in developing countries include low intake of animal products, vitamins, and iron, as well as poor dietary micronutrient bioavailability.
Modern Diet and its Impact on Human Health - Longdom Publishing longdom.org 1 fact
claimThe modern diet is an integral part of life in both developed and developing nations and is associated with a massive increase in obesity and related health problems.
The technical, geographical, and economic feasibility for solar ... ideas.repec.org 1 fact
referenceMaria Vagliasindi (2012) analyzed the role of policy-driven incentives in attracting public-private partnerships (PPPs) for renewable-based energy in developing countries, published in the World Bank Policy Research Working Paper Series 6120.
Global Warming: The Scientific Consensus climate.envsci.rutgers.edu 1 fact
claimDeveloped nations produce the majority of greenhouse gases, but developing countries are projected to be more severely affected by the impacts of global warming.
Sustainable Energy Transition for Renewable and Low Carbon Grid ... frontiersin.org Mar 23, 2022 1 fact
claimWider access to reliable electricity would reduce the use of kerosene lighting, particularly in developing countries.
Monetary policy effect on income and wealth inequality mechanism econpapers.repec.org Jul 26, 2025 1 fact
claimGlobal income and wealth inequality has increased significantly since the 1990s, particularly in developing countries.
Ethnobotanical Study of Wild Edible Plants and Their Indigenous ... scirp.org 1 fact
claimWild edible plants are frequently collected by poor populations in developing countries due to rapid population growth, scarcity of fertile land for cultivation, and high prices of available staples, particularly during periods of food shortage.