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Resilience in Action: What we learned from our first 5 years supporting adaptation governance
Progress takes many forms. How can we transform adaptation planning and decision-making systems to reduce harm and loss in the face of climate change?
Canada’s Climate Ambitions Must Include a Resilient Agricultural Sector
It's encouraging to hear Canada commit to funding climate solutions in agriculture, but we are falling behind our peers in tackling emissions.
How Can Nature Play a Leading Role in Adapting to Climate Change?
Five key takeaways from Canada’s Action on Nature-Based Solutions for Climate Adaptation Roundtable Dialogue.
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What the Next Generation Needs From a Green Recovery
IISD energy expert Vanessa Corkal sat down with Aliénor Rougeot, coordinator of Fridays for Future Toronto, to get her take on Canada’s green recovery.
ECT Watch: New Dispute Reignites Debate Over Treaty Protection for Fossil Fuel Investments
As we see yet another reminder of one of the Energy Charter Treaty's core drafting flaws, our expert takes stock of current efforts to modernize it.
Watching the Water: The case for real-time freshwater monitoring
With a little help from some real-life case studies, Madeline Stanley makes the case for real-time freshwater monitoring.
Canada Should Curb Plastic Pollution
Canada’s green recovery should include incentives for small businesses, entrepreneurs, and researchers to develop sustainable solutions to reduce and prevent plastic pollution in fresh water.
Resilience in Action: What we learned from our first 5 years supporting adaptation governance
Progress takes many forms. How can we transform adaptation planning and decision-making systems to reduce harm and loss in the face of climate change?
What Does the Draft European Union–China Comprehensive Agreement on Investment Mean for Sustainable Development?
Will this deal actually yield the benefits that both sides have promised? Our expert analyzes the draft text to see where these commitments are upheld and where there's room for improvement.
Should Governments Subsidize Hydrogen?
As countries chart paths to net-zero economies, hydrogen is in the spotlight. Here are the risks and opportunities involved in subsidizing it.
A Busy 2021 Negotiations Calendar Bodes Well for the Environment
The roster of multilateral events for this year is filling up quickly. Our experts reveal why this leaves them cautiously optimistic.
Sustainable Development in the Year of COVID-19
The global pandemic has brought challenges the likes of which this generation has never seen. But there have also been bright spots worth celebrating.
Canada’s Climate Ambitions Must Include a Resilient Agricultural Sector
It's encouraging to hear Canada commit to funding climate solutions in agriculture, but we are falling behind our peers in tackling emissions.