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The cost of pollution is much higher than we think
"Thanks to work by the International Institute for Sustainable Development (IISD), we now have a much better estimate of the costs of pollution to Canada. In a report released earlier this year, IISD found that pollution costs Canadians many billions a year in lost health and well-being."
The Potential for Carbon Dioxide Equivalent Sequestration in Agro-Manitoba
IISD and the Prairie Climate Centre conducted a high-level quantitative analysis of the sequestration potential of land use practices in Agro-Manitoba that are additional to business as usual.
Four Ways to Empower Women in Artisanal and Small-Scale Mining
Many women work in artisanal and small-scale mining, but with little support. Stacy Corneau explores four ways to empower women in the sector.
Seeing through the smog: Role of subsidies in pushing for 'clean' or 'dirty' energy economy
"With a rising population and fast-growing economy, energy demand in India is increasing rapidly. Is the country embarking upon a clean energy or a fossil fuel-dependent approach to meet this rising demand?"
Looking Back on the “Caterpillar COP”
Was COP 23 really the 'Caterpillar COP'? Phil Gass and Frédéric Gagnon-Lebrun take look back, and remind us that caterpillars are ultimately destined to emerge as butterflies...
In a World of ‘Fake News’, Why Think Tank Transparency Matters
Transparify has just deemed IISD “highly transparent” about our funding sources in its latest report. In a world of 'fake news' our CFO Grace Mota explains this really matters.
Sustainability Think Tank Opens Doors in Toronto
We have just opened our new office in Toronto, Canada, which marks our fifth office around the world.
Indigenous Protected Areas, a Way to Meet Human and Environmental Challenges?
This commentary examines Indigenous Protected Areas (IPAs) and their growing importance in recognizing the rights of indigenous societies and safeguarding biological diversity.
Fossil Fuel Subsidy Reform and the Just Transition: Integrating approaches for complementary outcomes
This paper goes into detail about the various ways in which FFSR can be consistent with just transition. The scale of current fossil fuel subsidies in the world coupled with the massive financial needs for transition are early indicators of the benefits of approaching FFSR with just transition in mind.