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UNEA-6: Why "synergies" is more than a buzzword

In an era marked by escalating environmental challenges and geopolitical tension, the Sixth United Nations Environment Assembly (UNEA-6) called for more cooperation. Jeffrey Qi and Anika Terton spell out why “synergies” is more than a buzzword for countries tackling the triple planetary crisis.

Unpacking International Seabed Authority Negotiations

With two weeks of negotiations in the rear-view mirror, we bring you insights from behind the scenes at the International Seabed Authority in Kingston.

Is Climate Change Impacting Chocolate Production?

Political and economic unrest in producing countries is causing chocolate prices to reach historic highs. But the impact of climate change on growing conditions has also affected global supplies, raising prices further still. For BBC World Service's The Inquiry, Steffany Bermúdez explores the impact of climate change on chocolate production.

Analyzing Canadian Fossil Fuel Subsidies

Speaking to the CBC, IISD's Laura Cameron outlines how analysis shows that continued support for fossil fuels works directly against climate action and the energy transition.

What MC13 Agriculture Negotiation Outcomes Mean for Least Developed Countries and Other Vulnerable Economies

IISD expert Facundo Calvo analyzes what came out of the WTO's agriculture negotiations at MC13 and the implications for least developed countries and other vulnerable economies.

Financial Benefit-Sharing Issues for Critical Minerals

Do policy-makers need to rethink fiscal policies to ensure the financial benefits from critical minerals are shared fairly? This new IGF report examines nuances in the key features of critical minerals and the new challenges and opportunities that they present to fiscal regulation.

Takeaways and Resources About Natural Infrastructure on the Canadian Prairies

Nearly 100 implementers, innovators, and individuals who work on natural infrastructure gathered to discuss water infrastructure on the Canadian Prairies—and you can read the top takeaways from the event.

Explaining New Sustainability Due Diligence Regulations

In an interview with FDI Intelligence, IISD experts discuss the delays in a new EU directive to hold businesses accountable for social and environmental violations in their supply chains and why we need to ensure that new rules help stimulate responsible investment in developing countries.

Sustainable Investment Journal Explores Fossil Fuel "Carveout"

IISD’s Investment Treaty News analyzes how a fossil fuel "carveout" from investor–state dispute settlements could help climate action—and how the African Continental Free Trade Agreement can stimulate wider sustainable investment reform in Egypt.

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