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Selkirk leads by example using innovative and natural infrastructure in an ever-changing climate
An international organization's research into using natural infrastructure brought some of its members to Selkirk on Oct. 8 to tour the wastewater treatment plant and several other sites, including wildflower and tree plantings. IISD policy advisor Ashley Rawluk said Selkirk is a great place for others to learn from.
IISD Annual Report 2023–2024
While IISD's reputation as a convenor, a trusted thought leader, and a go-to source on key issues within the sustainable development field is stronger than ever, the work happening outside the spotlight is just as valuable.
Sustainability rules to impact global trade
Developed countries should consult developing countries in crafting global sustainability rules to prepare these markets for the impact of stringent regulations that may hamper global trade, a United Nations official said at IISD's recent Investment Policy Forum.
Geopolitical risks sparking race for natural resources
Countries within Asia, Latin America, among others, should strengthen their investment policies as ongoing geopolitical risks are resulting in a "fierce" competition in the area of trade and access to natural resources such as nickel and lithium deposits, which play a crucial role in energy transition, according to IISD.
How Indonesia's Incoming President Can Advance the Transition to Clean Energy
With Prabowo Subianto inaugurated as Indonesia’s President, speculation abounds about the new administration’s commitment to the clean energy transition and climate targets, given Prabowo’s positioning as the “continuity candidate.” The question is, what, exactly, will be continued?
Effectively Delivering on Climate and Nature: NDCs, NAPs and NBSAPs Synergies
This checklist for national policy-makers illustrates potential opportunities and interactions during the development or update of the nationally determined contribution (NDC), National Adaptation Plan (NAP), and national biodiversity strategies and action plan (NBSAP).
Developing countries need to play bigger role in ESG rule-setting: UN
Developing countries need to play a bigger role in the drafting of environment, social, and governance (ESG) rules, a United Nations official said at IISD's recent Investment Policy Forum.
Mexico Phosphate Case Shines Light on 3rd-Party Funding
A U.S. deep ocean exploration company's announcement last month that most, if not all, of a $37 million award it won against Mexico would go toward satisfying its obligations to its third-party funder has helped to fuel questions about whether such funding arrangements belong in investor-state arbitration.
Global policy-makers meet in Manila for investment forum
The Board of Investments (BOI) and the International Institute for Sustainability Development (IISD) gathered investment negotiators, policymakers and international organizations to exchange innovative ideas toward a sustainable and resilient economy during the 16th Investment Policy Forum (IPF) earlier this month.