What's new in sustainable development

Gap Widens Between Global Fossil Fuel Production and Climate Commitments

New research finds that the world plans to produce more than double the amount of fossil fuels than is consistent with the Paris Agreement.

Canada Needs New Approach to Climate Disaster Recovery

Federal funding for climate disaster recovery efforts should focus on prevention and resilience building rather than only providing more money for disaster response.

Thriving in Dry Times: How Kenya is adapting

The latest photo essay from the NAP Global Network shows how Kenyan communities are responding to the hardships of drought, from restoring a canal to diversifying livestock.

The Role of Mining in a Fair, Equitable, and Inclusive Energy Transition

This is the focus of the IGF’s annual general meeting, happening this week. Follow the proceedings virtually or read daily reports from IISD's Earth Negotiations Bulletin.

Giving a Much-Needed Boost to Sustainable Transport

Sustainable public transport can increase mobility while minimizing emissions—yet it's not being developed at the scale needed to meet net-zero targets. We've got ideas to change this.

Investment Policy Forum Advances Key Reforms

IISD convened more than 100 negotiators from developing countries for this event in Panama City, where discussions focused on promoting coherent and sustainable investment reform.

Supporting Farmers Grappling With Volatile Markets

Disruptions in international commodity prices are threatening livelihoods in developing countries. Our webinar will explain how sustainability standards can protect farmers.

Financing for Natural Infrastructure in Canada

Learn about the importance of relationship building and collaboration when it comes to boosting investments in natural infrastructure.

How Do We Localize the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)?

National plans to reach the SDGs aren't always workable at the neighbourhood level. A UN report with IISD input offers guidance.

A Fresh New Look for The World’s Freshwater Website

IISD Experimental Lakes Area’s new site will take you on a tour of the lakes, guide you through IISD-ELA's 50-year history, introduce you to award-winning research, and more.

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