This dialogue on Border Carbon Adjustment (BCA) policy design convened trade and environment officials from countries likely to be directly affected by BCAs.
Efforts to address climate change are at a critical stage. All governments are to submit upgraded national commitments to international negotiations in November, and the next five years of implementation will determine if it is even possible for warming to remain within safe levels.
COP 26 is just around the corner and expectations are high that nations commit to reduce CO2 emissions. Global temperature rises are set to exceed levels at which things could get much worse and so the question is extremely urgent. But three decades since countries first came together to tackle environmental concerns, the pandemic may limit what can be achieved.
This progress report on the NAP Global Network’s activities from December 2020 to November 2021 highlights our work to support developing countries’ efforts on national adaptation planning and action.
This dialogue on Border Carbon Adjustment (BCA) policy design convened trade and environment officials from countries considering adopting BCA measures.
With the Glasgow climate talks now on the horizon, we need to consider the lessons learned from public and private climate finance so we don't repeat past mistakes.
At next month's long-awaited United Nations Climate Summit in Glasgow, all eyes will be on national leaders to make commitments that give the world a chance to limit average global temperature increases to 1.5 degrees Celsius above pre-industrial levels.
IISD has always dedicated itself to "providing the knowledge to act." We still do this, and we do it exceptionally well—our experts have clear, actionable solutions to the world’s most pressing challenges. But more than ever before, IISD is focused on impact. We can’t afford not to be.
This global event will launch the NBI Global Resource Centre and offer a unique perspective from leaders in the field on the value of building with nature.