IISD experts on MC13 outcomes
IISD experts react to the outcomes and conclusions of negotiations at the Thirteenth Ministerial Conference of the World Trade Organization (MC13) (WTO).
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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).
EU tries to unlock deal to quit contentious energy investment treaty
The European Commission on Friday urged member states not to oppose reforms to an international energy treaty it says the bloc should leave anyway because it undermines efforts to fight climate change. Allowing the treaty to be reformed would halve the time non-EU energy firms would continue to enjoy the pact's protections to their investments in the EU after the bloc's departure.
A Sustainable Asset Valuation of the Mass Rapid Transit System in Bogota, Colombia
This report presents an economic valuation of Metro Line 1 of the Metro de Bogota, a mass rapid transit (MRT) system in Bogota, Colombia, including its investment costs, added benefits, and avoided costs.
A Sustainable Asset Valuation of the Sustainable Transport Strategy in Bogota, Colombia
This report presents an economic valuation of the Sustainable Transport Strategy in Bogota, Colombia, including its investment costs, added benefits, and avoided costs. The strategy includes Bogota's past and future public transport networks such as the Metro Line 1 mass rapid transit (MRT), TransMilenio bus rapid transit (BRT), and non-motorized transportation (NMT) systems in the city.
Hope for climate change-free world, Zim host international indaba to mitigate impacts
More than a dozen countries are meeting in Victoria Falls under the "Peer Learning Forum" with a focus on transitioning from planning to implementation in the national adaptation plan process. The engagement is being co-hosted by the Ministry of Environment, Climate and Wildlife and the International Institute for Sustainable Development.
London withdraws from the Energy Charter Treaty: a lesson for Africa?
At a time when several African countries are seriously considering signing the Energy Charter Treaty, the United Kingdom has decided to withdraw from this mechanism set up to protect energy investments. The treaty is hotly contested and accused of protecting investments in fossil fuels.
Global Market Report: Soybean prices and sustainability
Less than 3% of soybeans are produced in compliance with sustainability standards. This report unpacks what needs to change to make soybeans a food that protects rather than harms the natural environment.