Explainers
We can’t make progress on sustainable development if we don’t understand it. Research papers and textbooks don’t always speak in plain language, which makes it hard to learn about the nuances of environmental negotiations or get clarity on what counts as a fossil fuel subsidy. IISD experts are here to help with accessible explainers on tricky topics.
Highlights
How Can a Fossil Fuel Levy Cut Emissions and Finance Climate Action?
A levy on extracting fossil fuels could reduce emissions and help finance climate action. How can governments implement the most effective fossil fuel levy?
Key takeaways from the Global Sovereign Debt Roundtable
Anahí Wiedenbrüg, Yanne Horas, and Fernando Morra analyze the proposals from the Global Sovereign Debt Roundtable aimed at addressing debt challenges faced by developing countries.
How Will a Global Plastics Treaty Impact Trade?
A global plastics treaty may influence trade by imposing new regulations on plastic production, fostering recycling efforts, and promoting sustainable alternatives while addressing potential challenges for developing economies.