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Sustainable Asset Valuation of Nature-Based Flood Mitigation Infrastructure in Drakenstein, South Africa
This report analyzes the social, economic, and environmental value of river restoration in Drakenstein Municipality.
State of the Sector: Critical energy transition minerals for India
This report presents a comprehensive strategy for securing a reliable supply of critical energy transition materials (CETMs) essential to India's clean energy and low-carbon technology initiatives.
Reforming Environmentally Harmful Subsidies
This playbook offers a strategic framework for philanthropic organizations to understand, engage, and advance environmentally harmful subsidies reform as a critical avenue for sustainable environmental and economic transformation.
Federal Legislative Authority in Relation to Oil and Gas Development in Canada
This report outlines federal legislative authority related to oil and gas development in Canada.
Fossil Fuel Subsidy Reform in Aviation and Shipping
Countries can address fossil fuel subsidies in aviation and shipping by changing legislation to allow for reform and introducing emission levies.
Gender-Responsive Mining Policies
This publication presents case studies detailing gender-responsive mining policies that support skills, employment, and inclusive governance.
Early-stage screening for responsible investment in agriculture and food systems
The United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) and IISD's due diligence tool helps agribusinesses align investments with the Committee on World Food Security's Principles for Responsible Investment in Agriculture and Food Systems (CFS-RAI), guiding early decisions to ensure sustainable and responsible investment.
January 2025 | Carbon Minefields Oil and Gas Exploration Monitor
Last month, a total of 78 oil and gas exploration licences were awarded in two countries. The United States had the largest volume of embodied emissions in the licences it awarded.
International Institute for Sustainable Development Response to DESNZ Consultation on Scope 3 Emissions Guidance
This is a response to the British government's consultation on how to incorporate Scope 3 emissions into environmental impact assessment (EIA) processes.
The Experiment of a Lifetime: IISD Experimental Lakes Area Annual Report 2023-2024
It is with great pride, excitement—and a touch of incredulity—that IISD and the Experimental Lakes Area clink our glasses to toast the end of our first decade together.