World Water Congress: David Brooks Looks Forward to Scotland
Dr. David Brooks looks forward to the XVth World Water Congress of the International Water Resources Association (IWRA) which will meet in Edinburgh, Scotland, on May 25-29, 2015.
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Measuring Wealth to Promote Sustainable Development
The Measuring Wealth to Promote Sustainable Development project encourages governments and citizens to move “beyond GDP” as the fundamental measure of societal progress.
NAP Global Network
Supporting developing countries to accelerate climate change adaptation efforts around the world.
Canada's climate inaction leaves it 'increasingly isolated' ahead of COP 20
Our president Scott Vaughan talks to the CBC about Canada's stance on climate change, just before COP 20 in Lima, Peru.
G20 Food Security Commitment Is Disappointing-ActionAid
"Carin Smaller, an advisor on agriculture and investment at the International Institute for Sustainable Development (IISD) in Switzerland says the G20 member-states could do more to put poor farmers, particularly women, at the centre of global efforts to improve security."
New Publication Celebrates Manitoba’s Wetlands as a Source of Homegrown Pride
A brand new publication is celebrating the multitude of benefits offered by Manitoba’s wetlands which include water purification, flood protection, wildlife habitat, biofuels, recreational opportunities and even food.
Nature's wealth: Wetlands as filters, fuel, flood protection and food
This publication explores the many benefits of wetlands and showcases examples of how Manitobans enjoy and use these areas.
Kelsey Mech of Climate Youth versus Financial Post’s Peter Foster
"In Canada, the International Institute for Sustainable Development estimates oil production subsidies of $2.84 billion for 2008/9 (latest figure available). "
Program sees 'smooth transition'
A celebration of the last year's research at IISD-ELA with ED Matt McCandless