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Bonn Debrief: Takeaways and the road ahead to COP 28

With the Bonn Climate Conference having now drawn to a close, our Earth Negotiations Bulletin reporters unpack what took place, what issues proved difficult to address, where things stand on the Global Stocktake, and what to watch next ahead of COP 28 later this year.

What Does the Global Minimum Tax Mean for Developing Countries?

As governments prepare to implement the 15% global minimum tax, our new guide explains why policy-makers may want to adopt a domestic minimum tax or review their tax incentives.

Making a Splash: New research season begins at Experimental Lakes Area

The world’s freshwater laboratory is diving into its 55th research season, with several exciting projects in store to help build on its decades-long tradition of scientific innovation. Make sure to tune in to the virtual launch on June 29

Countdown to HLPF: Setting our sights on the SDGs

The annual High-Level Political Forum on Sustainable Development takes place in July, with this year’s gathering coming ahead of two landmark summits for taking stock of the Sustainable Development Goals. Join us and our partners as we outline what to expect and what it means

Due Diligence Legislation: Mapping out the implications for developing countries

There is a growing trend for corporate due diligence legislation across the Global North to respond to environmental and human rights issues. But what does it mean for foreign direct investment in developing countries, and what should policymakers keep in mind? Join us on June 27 to find out

Canada’s Sustainable Jobs Act: What the legislation means

With the draft legislation for a Sustainable Jobs Act in Canada now released, we look at what it would mean for achieving a just transition, along with what aspects policy-makers need to build on for the final version.

Save the Date: IGF Annual General Meeting

The Intergovernmental Forum on Mining, Minerals, Metals, and Sustainable Development will be holding its Annual General Meeting in November in Geneva, Switzerland. This year’s theme? Sharing benefits in the energy transition. Save the date now.

Fossil Fuel Subsidy Reform in Nigeria: Achieving lasting impact

One of our communications experts interviewed an international development leader on how a recent move by the Nigerian government to remove gasoline subsidies can lead to a lasting impact, and what key issues to watch out for

Sustainability Standards at Work in Kenya

What has the uptake of sustainability standards in Kenya meant for making the flower sector more sustainable and tackling food waste and loss? We have been meeting with international experts, local agricultural producers, government officials, and other key stakeholders in recent weeks to learn more.

Agrivoltaics in India: Fulfilling agriculture and energy needs

As countries like India weigh how best to use land resources to grow crops and produce energy, new research finds that agrivoltaics can serve as a possible solution. A related guidebook dives into the details of what it means to implement solar irrigation models effectively and sustainably.
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