A mere 10% of fossil fuel subsidies could pay for a global transition to clean energy.

View this email in your browser HOW TO FUND THE CLEAN ENERGY REVOLUTION Shifting just 10% of fossil fuel subsidies could pay for a global transition to clean energy. SPILLING OIL FOR SCIENCE New research at our Experimental Lakes Area explores what oil spills can do to fresh water, and what the best clean-up methods are.  ONTARIO'S FOSSIL FUEL PROBLEM   The cash-strapped Government of Ontario is cutting taxes, yet it provides $700 million in subsidies for fossil fuel consumption. TAX HOLIDAYS IN MINING Tax incentives may lead countries to forgo vital mining revenues for unknown benefits. CLIMATE FINANCE FOR BIODIVERSITY PROTECTION We highlight events happening around the globe this month advancing sustainable development. FROM LESSONS TO ENGAGEMENT IN AGRICULTURE We met with African parliamentarians to advance gender equality in agriculture. CLIMATE ACTION FOR SUSTAINABILITY In this op-ed, Hoesung Lee, Chair of IPCC, details how ambitious climate actions create economic, environmental, and social opportunities. Copyright © 2019 International Institute for Sustainable Development, All rights reserved. You are receiving this email because you opted to receive updates from IISD. unsubscribe from this list    update subscription preferences