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Discussion Ahead of Swiss Vote - Is time up for nuclear energy in Switzerland and around the world?
In light of the upcoming Swiss vote on the planned exit of nuclear energy Initiative «Sortir du nucléaire» on 27 November 2016, a discussion will be held within the framework of the Geneva Environment Network, in collaboration with the International Institute for Sustainable Development (IISD) and with the participation of the UN Economic Commission for Europe (UNECE).This event will take place on Tuesday 22 November 2016, from 12:45 to 14:00, at the International Environment House II.
NOSM and IISD Experimental Lakes Area announce research collaboration
A new partnership between the Northern Ontario School of Medicine and IISD-ELA will focus on aquatic biosystems and environmental health.
How Are Vulnerable Countries Adapting to Climate Change?
We examined adaptation action in 15 African and Asian countries, vulnerable to the impacts of climate change and are the least ready to respond.
New numbers show extent of drug, alcohol abuse in Winnipeg neighbourhoods
New numbers released by Peg reveal the extent of alcohol and drug abuse in Winnipeg neigbourhoods.
Hammond must avoid more North Sea oil subsidies in the autumn statement
"Ahead of the autumn statement next week [...], we urge the chancellor not to answer calls from oil producers in the North Sea for another round of government subsidies."
Tracking Adaptation: Linking research, policy and action
Improving our ability to measure adaptation progress is not only a key component of transparency and accountability for new political commitments and emerging funding, but it is also necessary to foster effective adaptation through ongoing reflection and learning.
Learning from Leaders: Nordic and International Best Practice with Fossil Fuel Subsidy Reform
This report describes how Ethiopia, Morocco, Peru and the Philippines have reformed their subsidies. It also describes how countries including Denmark, Finland, Norway and Sweden have introduced innovative policy instruments to encourage switching towards renewable and sustainable energy.
The Canadian Climate Story: High-level COP 22 dialogue on provincial and federal climate action in Canada
This panel at COP 22, co-hosted by IETA and IISD, will showcase Canada's swiftly-evolving climate policy landscape across sub-national and federal levels.
Taking Stock of Adaptation Progress: Some lessons and challenges
On November 4, the international community celebrated as the Paris Agreement came into effect.