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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.
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.
Solar Agri Bulletin | January 2025
The edition features India's latest state-level tenders and tariff orders on PM-KUSUM as well as updates on the Central Government’s domestic solar manufacturing initiative, and an insightful piece on reactive power compensation in renewable energy integration by Dr. Rachakonda Akshay.
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.
Tree Planting for Climate Resilience in Freetown, Sierra Leone
This assessment presents the economic valuation of tree planting efforts in Freetown, Sierra Leone, including planting costs, added benefits, and avoided costs.
Sustainable Asset Valuation of Sherwan Hill Adventure Park in Abbottabad, Pakistan
This report analyzes the social, economic, and environmental benefits of the Sherwan Hill Adventure Park in Pakistan.
Sustainable Asset Valuation (SAVi) of a Small-Scale Tree Planting Initiative in Côte d'Ivoire
This report analyzes the social, economic, and environmental outcomes of a small-scale tree planting initiative at schools in Côte d'Ivoire.