Real-World Solutions to Sustainability: Ten examples of how IISD is making a difference
The International Institute for Sustainable Development takes the impact of its work seriously. Here are ten examples of what that looks like in practice.
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Under Trudeau, Canada Goes From Absent to Fully Engaged on Climate Change
"Climate change could expose Canada’s energy sector to a number of risks and opportunities. The right policy signals play a critical role in helping the sector remain globally competitive in a world that is becoming increasingly carbon constrained." Amin Asadollahi discusses Canada's response to climate change.
Proposed Nuclear Power Plant Should Feature Large in UK Government’s Review
As the UK Government considers whether to proceed with Hinkley Point C—a proposed nuclear power plant—it should weigh the full cost of the project to the public purse. By our calculation the subsidies are likely to be at least £40 billion.
“We (May Not) Always Have Paris” - Three Steps To A Low Carbon Future
"The Global Subsidies Initiative (GSI) of the International Institute for Sustainable Development (IISD) estimates that global fossil fuel subsidies could currently reach up to US$600 billion per year."
Joint Submission: Eliminate production subsidies to the fossil fuel sector in Canada
In this joint submission, Oil Change International, Environmental Defence, Équiterre, International Institute for Sustainable Development, and Climate Action Network recommend that that First Ministers agree in November 2016 to eliminate federal and provincial subsidies to oil, gas and coal by 2020. It also urges the Government of Canada to commit to publicly releasing a detailed schedule in their respective 2017 budgets outlining the specific fiscal measure to be eliminated.
In Memory of Luc Hoffmann (1923-2016)
IISD mourns the passing of Hans Lukas "Luc" Hoffmann, a celebrated Swiss conservationist and co-founder of the World Wildlife Fund (WWF). His vision and passion improved the lives of many around the world.
Reducing Food Waste: The role of foreign investors in promoting efficiency
Agricultural investors can help to minimize food loss both on the farm and during transport and storage. Governments also have a role to play in promoting efficiency and reducing waste. This blog explores both sets of interventions.
Kanada versucht Kohleausstieg
(German-language) David Runnalls comments on Canada's plans to phase out fossil fuel subsidies.
How Canada Should Support Low-Carbon Growth Abroad
Jason Potts, in an article originally published in The Hill Times, argues that Canada's overseas development assistance needs to focus on realizing the commitments of the Paris climate change agreement.