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Report urges South Africa to push pause on gas-to-power so risks and alternatives can be fully assessed

A new report on the role of gas in South Africa's electricity system argues that it would be a "costly mistake" to pursue large gas-to-power investments in light of a shrinking role for gas in the power sector and improving prospects for greener alternatives.

IISD in the news March 31, 2022

Rich countries must end 74% of oil and gas production by 2030 – report

Poor countries need more time to end fossil fuel production, argues a report commissioned by the International Institute for Sustainable Development.

IISD in the news March 31, 2022

Investing in Gas-Fired Power Would Likely be a ‘Costly Mistake’ for South Africa

There is no need for South Africa to invest in a gas-to-power sector at this time and pushing ahead with such plans could negatively impact the country’s economy and climate, according to a new report by the International Institute for Sustainable Development (IISD) released today.

Press release March 31, 2022

Gas Pressure: Exploring the case for gas-fired power in South Africa

The report analyzes the need for gas-fired power in South Africa, including risks, alternatives, and timeframes for decision making.

Report March 31, 2022

IISD Welcomes Benjamin Simmons

The International Institute for Sustainable Development (IISD) is pleased to welcome Benjamin Simmons as Director of Sustainable Infrastructure and the Nature-based Infrastructure Global Resource Centre.

Statement March 30, 2022

B.C. commits $282 million to CleanBC Industry Fund investment, applications now open

Companies are getting a $282 million incentive to develop more climate-friendly ways of doing business in B.C.

IISD in the news March 28, 2022

Energy Specialist Vibhuti Garg on Green Energy | Ritwij's 50th Interview | Net Zero Emissions

IISD Senior Energy Specialist Vibhuti Garg talks about green energy and its future in an exclusive interview with the Editor in Chief of The Prode, Ritwij Shandilya.

IISD in the news March 28, 2022

Province invests $2.5M to support Manitoba's fisheries

The Manitoba government is investing $2.5 million to establish and implement programs that support the sustainability and certification of Manitoba’s fisheries in partnership with the International Institute for Sustainable Development (IISD), Natural Resources and Northern Development Minister Scott Fielding announced Friday.

IISD in the news March 27, 2022

What the Invasion of Ukraine Means for Sustainable Development

As events continue to unfold in the region, three urgent areas of concern are emerging: global food security and the hunger crisis; risks to progress on the clean energy transition; and the state of multilateralism.

Insight March 25, 2022

Guidebook on the Management and Financing of Soil Rehabilitation Projects in China

Drawing on best practices worldwide in funding environmental rehabilitation, this guidebook explores innovative design and the use of financial mechanisms to finance and manage soil remediation projects.

Guide March 25, 2022

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