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** What Needs to Happen at Bonn Climate Talks
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The mid-year talks in Bonn are a crucial checkpoint on the road to the 30th UN Climate Change Conference (COP 30) in Belém—an opportunity to build momentum and make progress on the issues that will define the next climate summit.

From climate finance to national adaptation plans and shifting financial flows from fossil fuels, our experts outline ([link removed]) which priorities must be advanced now to deliver results in November.
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** Why Linking EU and United Kingdom Emissions Trading Systems Is a Win–Win
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The launch of negotiations between the European Union and the United Kingdom to link their emissions trading systems marks a dual victory for both the economy and the environment ([link removed]) .

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** Principles to Practice: Comparing guidance documents for nature-based solutions
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Nature-based solutions (NbS) can deliver many benefits for people and the planet, but the recent buzz surrounding the topic has included a fair share of criticism, sparking the need for standardized definitions and safeguards. Two pieces of guidance stand out: the IUCN Global Standard and the CBD Voluntary Guidelines. Here's how they compare ([link removed]) .

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** Why Climate Finance Sources Must Be Addressed at FfD4
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In the latest in our 4th International Conference on Financing for Development (FfD4) Countdown series, Maribel Hernandez explains why ([link removed]) FfD4 presents a critical opportunity to advance climate financing for developing countries while recognizing their unique needs, circumstances, and capacities.

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** Shielding Climate Action From Investor–State Suits
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To slow climate change and cut exposure to volatile energy markets, some governments are phasing out oil and gas production. But what if investors sue? Our new article ([link removed]) unpacks IISD research ([link removed]) on how policy-makers can design phase-outs to minimize the risk of ISDS claims.

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** The Rwandan Women Shaping Adaptation Plans
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In the rolling hills of Rwanda, the future of climate change adaptation is being envisioned through the lens of those who experience climate risks firsthand. Hear from the women whose photos are giving a voice to the people ([link removed]) .

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** How NbS Could Help Cut Flood Damage in One Ghanaian City
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Flooding in Sekondi-Takoradi, Ghana, is becoming more frequent, driven by climate change and rapid urban growth. Our new valuation ([link removed]) shows that a hybrid infrastructure plan can cut flood damage, lower maintenance costs, and improve air quality while creating local jobs.

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** Reimagining Debt Solutions for Low-Income Countries
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With debt distress threatening over half of the world’s low-income countries, bold solutions are urgently needed. Join us ([link removed]) as debt experts introduce the Debt for Resilience (D4R) initiative, offering innovative strategies for debt sustainability in low-income countries.

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** How Voluntary Sustainability Standards Are Shaping Global Trade Policy
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Governments are increasingly recognizing voluntary sustainability standards as tools to facilitate and support sustainable trade, yet challenges remain: limited data, low awareness, and no clear criteria to guide policy-makers on which standards are credible to use in trade policy. Our new report ([link removed]) explores the opportunities and challenges these tools present.

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