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EU Closing in on Historic Energy Charter Treaty Exit

As the EU edges closer to a landmark withdrawal from the Energy Charter Treaty, IISD’s Lukas Schaugg unpacks the European Commission’s latest proposals for Reuters.

IISD Mourns the Loss of Brian Mulroney

IISD is deeply saddened at the passing of The Right Honorable Brian Mulroney, former Prime Minister of Canada (1984 – 1993), who announced the creation of IISD at the United Nations in 1988.

Supporting Canada’s Climate Through the 2024 Budget

Through the Green Budget Coalition, our President and CEO Patricia Fuller met with Canada’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance Chrystia Freeland to discuss how next month’s Budget 2024 can support climate and economic goals.

Can We Carve Out Fossil Fuels From Investor–State Disputes?

The investor-state dispute settlement (ISDS) system’s role in hindering climate action is well-documented. IISD’s Lukas Schaugg, Suzy Nikièma, and Nathalie Bernasconi-Osterwalder analyze if a fossil fuel ‘carveout’ from ISDS can be a solution and explain how it would work.

The Future of Electric Vehicles in India

Cities in India face urban mobility and transport challenges including air pollution, high carbon dioxide emissions, long commute times, and safety concerns. With the country’s Faster Adoption and Manufacturing of Electric Vehicles (FAME) scheme staring at an uncertain future, we explore the road ahead.

How to Make Soybeans Sustainable

Less than 3% of soybeans are produced in compliance with sustainability standards. We delve into what needs to change to make soybeans a food that protects rather than harms the natural environment.

Talking Trade: Beyond the Trade + Sustainability Hub

With 32 sessions, 60+ partners, 130+ speakers, and 1,400+ registered participants, IISD's Trade + Sustainability Hub, alongside MC13 in Abu Dhabi, brought together thought leaders to discuss critical trade issues. If you missed out on a specific topic, check out the video recordings.

How Voluntary Initiatives Can Help Businesses Act on Climate

Join our webinar to learn about voluntary standards and initiatives for carbon management and hear first-hand from companies that are using them to help reach their climate goals.

Leveraging the Outputs of Biennial Transparency Reports

As many countries prepare their first BTR, the NAP Global Network will host a webinar to answer questions about the adaptation chapter of BTRs. Save your spot and register now.

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