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CSDDD: EU's Due Diligence Law Vote Should Drive Supply Chain Sustainability Efforts
The European Parliament has voted to adopt the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive, aiming to address the environmental and social impacts of the supply chains of Europe's large corporations.
IISD: EU’s Historic Energy Charter Treaty Vote Will Boost Energy Transition
The European Parliament has voted for the European Union to withdraw from the climate-threatening Energy Charter Treaty.
Ecuador Referendum Rules Out ISDS Return, Underlining Public Support for a Sustainable Path
Ecuador has voted to allow international arbitration and investor–state dispute settlement (ISDS) in its treaties and agreements. But the risks that initially made them turn away from this outdated model remain.
G20 Finance Ministerials and World Bank/IMF Spring Meetings: Expert comment
G20 finance ministerials and World Bank/IMF spring meetings will take place this week in Washington. High on the agenda is the need to mobilize trillions of dollars of investment in the transition to clean energy.
IISD Applauds Canada’s Reaffirmation to End Domestic Public Finance for Fossil Fuels in Budget 2024
Today's federal budget announcement delivers new measures to support affordability and reaffirms Canada’s commitments on climate action.
Experts Call on G7 to Get Serious on Fossil Fuel Subsidy Reform
At this month’s G7 meetings, ministers need to close the loopholes and show they are serious about tackling fossil fuel subsidies.
South African Fossil Fuel Subsidies Hit Record Highs as Country's Energy Crisis Deepens
South Africa's fossil fuel subsidies tripled between 2018 and 2023, hitting USD 7.5 billion, up from USD 2.9 billion 5 years earlier, a new report by IISD reveals.
Copenhagen Climate Ministerial: Expert comment
Around 40 climate leaders and ministers are meeting in Copenhagen from March 21 to 22 to discuss priorities for COP 29.
India Faces Clean Energy Challenges as Energy Demand Soars and Global Fossil Fuel Subsidies Rise
New research finds the global energy crisis and increasing energy demand have pushed India's energy subsidies to a 9-year high.
IISD Mourns the Loss of Brian Mulroney
The International Institute for Sustainable Development is deeply saddened at the passing of The Right Honorable Brian Mulroney, former Prime Minister of Canada (1984 – 93).