Policy Analysis

To put it simply, this is a space for our policy experts to wonk out—after all, some issues can only be tackled with technical expertise on niche subjects. IISD's team understands the importance of effective commentary and the ways in which it can lead to transformative policy change in the real world.

Monthly Review: (In)valuable ecosystems

We are piloting a monthly review of articles that will provide a deep dive into the previous month's content. Here is our first edition

Policy Analysis October 8, 2019

Investment Facilitation for Sustainable Development: Getting it right for developing countries

This piece explores how investment facilitation belongs not in binding World Trade Organization rules, but in the work of organizations that focus on research, best practice and capacity building for developing countries.

Policy Analysis August 26, 2019

Here's a Policy Road Map for Sustainable, Green Finance

With the impacts of climate change being seen every day around the world, concern over the climate-related financial risks is also deepening. The Bank of England, which recently committed to taking action to ensure the resilience of the financial system and to support the UK’s transition to a carbon-neutral economy, warns that the estimated losses from a disorderly transition to a low-carbon economy could be up to USD 20 trillion.

Policy Analysis August 9, 2019

Green Bond Market Needs for Standardization

Green bonds are generated to attract funds for projects that have a positive environmental or climate benefit, such as energy efficiency, renewable energy, agriculture, transportation and water management.

Policy Analysis August 8, 2019

Plastic Waste in Canada: A daunting economic and environmental threat or an opportunity for sustainable public procurement?

This commentary explores how sustainable public procurement can play a crucial role in advancing environmental and economic sustainable development in Canada's waste sector.

Policy Analysis July 18, 2019

For a Green Future, Africa Looks to Climate Bonds

Sustainable climate finance is working to combat climate change in developing regions around the world. Crucially, Green-, Social- and Sustainability Bonds serve as an attractive option for investors. These bonds are similar to conventional bonds but the proceeds go towards projects with positive environmental or social outcomes. Sustainability bonds combine environmental and social outcomes.

Policy Analysis July 17, 2019

"Sustainability Looks Different Wherever You Are": Coffee production practices in a risky landscape

The coffee sector indeed appears to be in its heyday, but what do consumption and production trends tell us of its long-term sustainability?

Policy Analysis July 17, 2019

Blue Bonds: The Nature Conservancy connects debt relief and ocean conservation

The Nature Conservancy (TNC) is aware of the shrinking window of opportunity to counter this development through designated marine protected areas. To do so, it is bringing forward Blue Bonds: an audacious integration of debt relief, ocean conservation and government action.

Policy Analysis May 17, 2019

World Bank–IMF Development Committee Stresses Institutional Accountability

Communities may be able to sue international financial institutions when their livelihoods and well-being have been harmed by development.

Policy Analysis May 13, 2019

American Triple I Sees Big Opportunities in Mid-Size PPPs

American Triple I Partners was launched in February as a spinout from Wall Street investment bank Siebert Cisneros Shank. Before even making a deal, the fund manager has several elements that stick out in an increasingly crowded field of investors.

Policy Analysis April 17, 2019

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Highlights

What’s Next After UNEA-6: Why “synergies” is more than a buzzword

Ending the WTO Dispute Settlement Crisis: Where to from here?

The Role of Agricultural Trade in Reducing Inequality

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