Plus research shows banning new fossil fuel projects can help governments meet Paris Agreement goals
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** Seven Key Issues to Watch at the Bonn Climate Conference
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Compared to the climate COPs, the Bonn Climate Conference gets barely any time in the public spotlight. However, the discussions here play a critical role in shaping negotiations at COPs and provide a window into what lies ahead. As we reach the halfway point to COP 29, our experts weigh in on what’s at stake ([link removed]) .
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** Ban on New Fossil Fuel Projects Can Help Governments Deliver on COP 28 Commitment
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Civil society action and government legislation to prevent new fossil fuel projects can help to make "no new fossil fuels" the new normal and meet Paris Agreement goals. In a new article in Science ([link removed]) , researchers from UCL and IISD find that banning new fossil fuel projects ([link removed]) would be a valuable first step for governments to transition away from fossil fuels.
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** New Glossary Explains the Acronyms and Jargon of Climate Change Negotiations
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** Comprehensive Wealth Can Help Countries Move Beyond GDP, IISD Research Shows
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There is a growing agreement among global leaders that countries must move beyond GDP as their primary measure of progress. A new IISD report developed with academic partners in Ethiopia, Indonesia, and Trinidad and Tobago ([link removed]) shows how "comprehensive wealth" can complement GDP while measuring what matters most to people and the planet.
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** UN and OECD Proposals Target Mining Revenue Leakage Through Tax Treaties
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A new blog from IGF mining policy experts ([link removed]) details how international organizations are responding to the concerns of resource-rich developing countries.
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** How Private Capital Helps Meet Our Water Needs
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Private capital can help finance natural infrastructure to meet our water needs, and investors are finding the potential in these investments. A new report ([link removed]) showcases how to scale-up these investments and encourage government support and partnerships, as well as the importance of respect to rightsholders and equity.
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** Tackling the Largest Source of Mercury Emissions
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The waste generated by artisanal and small-scale gold mining poses many risks. A new IGF report ([link removed]) explores effective tailings management and the potential of reprocessing mine waste.
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