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Leading the Transition Locally

Subnational states and regions are powerful drivers of both implementation and ambition in achieving the goals of the Paris Agreement. They are critical to achieving the transition away from fossil fuels. This report aims to explore and document the role of subnational governments in advancing a just, orderly, and equitable transition away from fossil fuel production as a critical element of the overall transition away from fossil fuels.

Report April 10, 2026

Submission to the EU Arctic Policy Consultation

This submission to the EU’s consultation on its Arctic policy recommends that the European Union keeps its commitment to a moratorium on Arctic fossil fuels.

Brief March 23, 2026

What Does the International Court of Justice Advisory Opinion on Climate Change Mean for Environmental Impact Assessments?

End-use emissions from burning fossil fuels must now be factored into environmental impact assessments (EIAs). What do states need to clarify when changing the rules?

Brief March 17, 2026

What Does the International Court of Justice Advisory Opinion on Climate Change Mean for Environmentally Harmful Subsidies?

States now have a legal obligation to phase out subsidies that harm the environment. What steps can they take to reduce their legal risk?

Brief March 17, 2026

Progressing the Transition Away From Fossil Fuels

This paper focuses on the practical question of how to design effective roadmaps for transitioning away from fossil fuels—at both global and national levels.

Report March 9, 2026

IISD Response to the United Kingdom Consultation on the Rosebank Field Development

The British government has invited input into a consultation on Equinor's application for consent for the Rosebank oil and gas field development.

Brief November 19, 2025

Holding Course, Missing Speed

This report analyzes progress by Clean Energy Transition Partnership (CETP) signatories in shifting international public finance from fossil fuels to clean energy in 2024.

Report September 29, 2025

Advancing a Fair and Funded Transition Away from Fossil Fuels

This briefing outlines recommendations for countries to advance the transition away from fossil fuels at SB 62 in Bonn and COP 30 in Belem.

Brief June 13, 2025

Recommendations to Strengthen the First Draft of the Fourth Financing for Development Conference Outcome Document

This document outlines key recommendations from the International Institute for Sustainable Development (IISD) to inform negotiators ahead of the Fourth International Conference on Financing for Development (FfD4), taking place June 30–July 3, 2025, in Seville, Spain. As the global community confronts urgent financing challenges for sustainable development, climate, and nature, IISD draws on its interdisciplinary expertise to propose actionable solutions that align financial systems with the needs of people and the planet. These recommendations aim to support a more integrated, equitable, and effective global financing framework.

Report May 29, 2025

IISD Submission to the United Kingdom Consultation on Building the North Sea's Energy Future

The British government has invited input on its vision for the North Sea's clean energy future. This is the International Institute for Sustainable Development's (IISD's) response to the consultation.

Brief April 28, 2025

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