What's new in sustainable development

Using Nature to Build Resilience in Protected Areas
 

The Climate Adaptation and Protected Areas (CAPA) initiative kicked off last Friday in Lusaka, Zambia. The three-year project will use nature-based solutions to help local communities adapt to climate change while safeguarding critical ecosystems in sub-Saharan Africa, Belize and Fiji.

The Economics Behind Carbon Capture and Storage
 

As the debate in Canada around CCS continues, IISD experts are speaking with the Globe and Mail and National Observer to clear up misconceptions. And take a deep dive into our article on why the costs associated with this largely unproven technology are so high.

Each BCA Is Unique, so How Can We Align on Policy?


It's likely a matter of when—not if—border carbon adjustment measures will be challenged under the WTO's dispute settlement system, but this doesn't diminish the need for meaningful discussion on the issue. IISD experts offer a practical way forward in two new briefs.

WTO Public Forum to Address Trade and Sustainability


The WTO Public Forum is taking place this week in Geneva. IISD will be hosting a panel discussion this Friday looking at how the multilateral trading system and climate regime can work together amid rising geopolitical tensions.

Turbocharging the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development


This month is the SDG Summit 2023. IISD’s Earth Negotiations Bulletin team will report on the meeting and offer post-event analysis. Tune in on Sept 14 to hear experts from IISD, the SDG Lab, and Cepei discuss why this event matters and how we can turbocharge the 2030 Agenda.

Data Nerds in Canada: Get ready for the Hackathon!

 
IISD’s Experimental Lakes Area is inviting students and young professionals in Canada to join us in hacking the world’s freshwater laboratory. Dig into 50-year-old datasets, learn how to build a data product from start to finish, and work with established experts in the field. 

AI Can Play a Role in Environmental Governance


The fast uptake of ChatGPT and other new tools has prompted many discussions about the benefits and risks of artificial intelligence. In a new article, our expert looks at the implications of AI for environmental governance and policy. 

Supporting the Next Wave of Sustainability Experts


IISD is kicking off its annual workshop series for university students considering a career in sustainable development. The virtual events are free, interactive, and tailored to different world regions and time zones. Learn more here.
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