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Should Farmers Who Follow Sustainable Practices Be Rewarded?

Ensuring certification reaps rewards: the case of a Rwandan coffee cooperative. Participating in certification programs and meeting sustainability standards can have valuable benefits for smallholder farmers and fulfil environmental and social objectives. But what happens when, despite the time a...

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Do Voluntary Standards Actually Stop Biodiversity Loss?

The demand and supply of standard-compliant products has grown significantly over the last two decades, with over 400 voluntary sustainability standards (VSSs) operating across the planet. How can VSS organizations contribute to policy-making on biodiversity protection?

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Remembering Jason Potts

It is with great sadness that we announce that Jason Potts, visionary and leader in championing inclusive sustainability standards, has died. He passed away peacefully on the morning of January 31, 2018 in Montreal, surrounded by his family. “Jason was a much beloved colleague at IISD; everyone a...

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Farm Practices Must Change to Protect Endangered Species and Habitats

ZURICH, June 27, 2017 — Sustainable agriculture practices must be widely implemented in order to stem an alarming loss of biodiversity and to protect endangered species. This is according to the Standards and Biodiversity report released Tuesday by the International Institute for Sustai...

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Jason Potts Presented with First IISD Outstanding Achievement Award

IISD is pleased to announce Jason Potts as the recipient of the inaugural Outstanding Achievement Award in recognition of his vision and leadership in championing inclusive sustainability standards. “At this critical moment in the world’s history, IISD recognizes the value of creative, ...

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