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Four Ways the G7 Can Show Leadership in Fossil Fuel Phase-Out

As the G7 economies prepare for their leaders’ meeting in May, our experts explain how—and why—this group of major economies can show invaluable leadership in phasing out fossil fuels, which can help inspire crucial momentum in other forums.

The BRS Triple COP: What to watch and why

In a defining year for chemicals, waste, and plastic pollution governance, our Earth Negotiations Bulletin reporters preview what to expect at the “Triple COP” of the Basel, Rotterdam, and Stockholm (BRS) Conventions and will be on-site during the event to report on the deliberations.

How Sustainability Standards Can Support the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development

How can voluntary sustainability standards (VSSs) help governments stay on track in their pursuit of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development? Join us on May 9 as we discuss new research on how VSSs can help countries track their progress toward advancing the Sustainable Development Goals. 

Women and the Mine of the Future

New research from our IGF team aims to fill key data gaps around women's employment in mining, looking at what can be learned from 12 countries and what global trends can teach policy-makers and other stakeholders about what the “mine of the future” can look like. Read their report and register for their May 24 webinar to learn more. 

From AI to Climate Change: The role for trade

As new tools for artificial intelligence (AI) open up unexpected possibilities—and risks—and as the impacts of climate change become increasingly pronounced, top experts from the trade community examine what these developments mean for the trading system and the road ahead. 

A Deep Dive into Nature-Based Infrastructure

What role can nature-based infrastructure play in tackling challenges such as flooding and deforestation? A new report from our Nature-Based Infrastructure Global Resource Centre looks at what building with nature can mean for flood prevention in La Mojana, Colombia. They will also be sharing what they learned from valuing forest restoration in Indonesia.

Squeezing Out "Green Lemons" from the ESG Market 

Several new regulatory initiatives could herald the start of a more positive trend in the field of environmental, social, and governance (ESG) funds, paving the way for greater investments into sustainability-focused initiatives.

New Chief for NAP Global Network

Dr. Orville Grey has joined our team as the new Head of Secretariat for the National Adaptation Plan (NAP) Global Network. Grey has 20 years of combined experience in climate change adaptation and environmental planning, science, and policy work that will shape how he leads the NAP Global Network.  

Fighting Plastic Pollution: Where we are, where we’re headed

Experts from IISD, Duke University, and The Pew Charitable Trusts came together to explore what steps are being taken at the national and international levels to tackle plastic pollution, including through trade policy, and heard questions on what possible next steps World Trade Organization members could consider

National Adaptation Plans: Unpacking the Data

Our NAP Global Network team’s online platform is designed to help the adaptation community unpack the latest information and trends in National Adaptation Plans from around the world. Explore new data in NAP Trends from the adaptation plans of Bosnia, Cabo Verde, Haiti, and Niger. 

Global Conference on the Future of Resource Taxation 

The IGF is co-hosting this inaugural global event in Lusaka, Zambia, in June to explore how developing countries can fully benefit from their mineral resources, consider the role of taxation in this era of energy transition, and weigh other big international trends. 
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