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Building Momentum for a Just Transition in Canada
This report examines how civil society groups in Canada can align their work to achieve just transition goals.
Can You Build Peace and Adapt to Climate Change at the Same Time?
The scale of the humanitarian crisis in Somalia is immense. It has also been described as the most vulnerable country in the world to climate change. Adaptation planning must start now.
Power by All: Alternatives to a privately owned future for renewable energy in South Africa
This report explores new models for renewable energy development that create a greater role for public and community ownership in South Africa.
Budget 2021 is Canada’s chance to align spending with bold ambition on climate
Although some argue that more deficit spending is problematic, the reality is that holding back on investments in a green recovery will create even more problems.
Global Digital Tax Reforms and Mining: The issue of temporary timing differences
This report looks at how the OECD-led global digital tax reforms, specifically temporary timing differences, could affect mining countries.
Seven Ways to Win the Global Race to Net-Zero
Fuelled first by climate science and growing public concern, the global race to net-zero is now accelerating, sped along by the scale of economic opportunity and business risk.
IISD Next: Working with (and learning from) young climate activists
A strategic priority for IISD is engaging with new audiences to ensure our work extends beyond the offices of policy-makers and reaches those who might not otherwise discover it.
How Can Voluntary Sustainability Standards Drive Sustainability in Public Procurement and Trade Policy?
The growing use of sustainability standards in public policies is a promising trend, so long as small-scale farmers and businesses are not left behind.
IISD Trade and Sustainability Review, Volume 1, Issue 2, March 2021
This second edition of IISD's Trade and Sustainability Review features analytical pieces and commentaries that focus on a series of transitions in the realm of trade and sustainability development.
Progressing National SDGs Implementation
Amid the COVID-19 pandemic, how well are countries implementing the Sustainable Development Goals and reporting progress?