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Canada needs infrastructure that can handle climate change, report says

Canada should act fast to protect critical infrastructure from climate breakdown by building resilience into ports, power grids, bridges, and more, the International Institute for Sustainable Development (IISD) says.

IISD in the news July 12, 2021

Enabling Climate Ambition: Border carbon adjustment in Canada and abroad

BCA is devilishly complex, politically explosive, potentially illegal under trade rules, and would have to be adapted to Canada’s unique climate pricing regime. So policy-makers need to start thinking now about what such a regime might look like here.

Report July 12, 2021

Advancing the Climate Resilience of Canadian Infrastructure

This report provides an overview of potential climate risks for Canada's built infrastructure and existing policies, guides, and actions to support resilience building.

Report July 11, 2021

Natural Infrastructure Solutions for Climate Resilience

Natural infrastructure can provide protection against a range of climate change hazards, such as coastal flooding, riverine flooding, extreme heat in urban areas, and drought, as well as generate co-benefits such as species habitat and recreational opportunities.

Explainer July 9, 2021

Climate Change Risks and Resilience Options for Canada’s Built Infrastructure

Canada’s climate is changing, bringing new risks and challenges for the nation’s infrastructure. A new IISD report, prepared with support from Infrastructure Canada, reviews current literature on climate change hazards, impacts, and adaptation options for six types of built infrastructure across Canada.

Explainer July 9, 2021

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Canada needs infrastructure that can handle climate change, report says

Enabling Climate Ambition: Border carbon adjustment in Canada and abroad

Advancing the Climate Resilience of Canadian Infrastructure

Natural Infrastructure Solutions for Climate Resilience

Climate Change Risks and Resilience Options for Canada’s Built Infrastructure

Canada Must Climate-Proof its Infrastructure Investments

Brochure: Advisory and Capacity Development Services for Responsible Agricultural Investment

Fisheries Subsidies at the World Trade Organization: It’s a (re) balancing act…

Courtney Smith

International Public Funds Are Fuelling a Dash for Gas in Developing Countries