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Fear of climate change rust belt has governments considering carbon border levy

If you thought Canada's domestic carbon tax was controversial, just wait for its new global equivalent now being negotiated behind closed doors, say Canadians who have been following its progress.

IISD in the news May 17, 2021

Five Key Principles for a Fossil-Free Recovery

Lourdes Sanchez, lead author of Achieving a Fossil-Free Recovery, explains how the COVID-19 pandemic has created a window of opportunity to fund a green recovery, along with five principles to do so.

Insight May 17, 2021

Achieving a Fossil-Free Recovery

This report lays out concrete options for governments to achieve net-zero and sustainable development goals by using recovery spending to support the transition to clean energy and a resilient, fossil-free economy.

Report May 17, 2021

Better road infrastructure improves the quality of life of our community

These public spaces gave us a sense of normalcy in the midst of the pandemic—something that crowded cities could only wish for in these challenging times.

IISD in the news May 14, 2021

Government of Germany, Federal Ministry for the Environment, Climate Action, Nature Conservation and Nuclear Safety (BMUKN)

The International Climate Initiative (IKI) is one of the most important instruments of the German Federal Ministry for the Environment, Climate Action, Nature Conservation and Nuclear Safety (BMUKN) for the international financing of climate change mitigation and biodiversity.

Funder May 13, 2021

IGF Guidance for Governments: Environmental management and mining governance

This document highlights the key issues, benchmarks, and standards in four main areas of environmental management in mining.

Report May 12, 2021

Biosafety: Ensuring the Safe Use of Modern Biotechnologies

Despite negotiations and progress, the scientific and policy debate on the potential benefits and risks of biotechnologies remains polarized.

Deep Dive May 11, 2021

Government of the Netherlands, Ministry of Foreign Affairs

The Netherlands' Ministry of Foreign Affairs is the channel through which the Dutch Government communicates with foreign governments and international organizations.

Funder May 11, 2021

Responsible investing: Old concept, modern usage

Responsible investing aligns investments with the investor’s personal values. Although an ancient concept, its need is being felt again in today’s fractured world.

IISD in the news May 8, 2021

Panama shortchanged in mining contract as copper booms

In those countries where mining is an important activity, the increase in the royalty rate or the percentage of taxes is being considered at all levels and with urgency.

IISD in the news May 8, 2021

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