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  International Institute for Sustainable Development · [email protected]
February 17, 2021 at 11:59 AM

Climate change, conflict, and COVID-19

Climate change, conflict, and COVID-19 In an age of overlapping crises, how can we build a world where people and the planet thrive? We may need to tackle inequality first. View this email in your browser …
  International Institute for Sustainable Development · [email protected]
February 3, 2021 at 11:59 AM

Resilience in action: What does real progress look like?

Resilience in action: What does real progress look like? It may not sound glamorous, but adaptation planning is critical to protecting our communities in times of crisis. How can we do it right? View this email in your browser …
  International Institute for Sustainable Development · [email protected]
January 20, 2021 at 12:44 PM

Should we subsidize hydrogen? Yes, but ...

Should we subsidize hydrogen? Yes, but ... Hydrogen is being touted as the next best alternative to fossil fuels. But should we charge ahead in subsidizing it? Our expert weighs in. View this email in your browser …
  International Institute for Sustainable Development · [email protected]
January 6, 2021 at 11:59 AM

Will 2021 be the year of momentum?

Will 2021 be the year of momentum? There are signs that climate action may finally be matching ambition, but we can't sit back and relax.  View this email in your browser WILL 2021 BE THE YEAR …
  International Institute for Sustainable Development · [email protected]
December 9, 2020 at 11:59 AM

The deep divide between climate goals and fossil fuel production

The deep divide between climate goals and fossil fuel production A new edition of The Production Gap report reveals we're way off track and we don't have much time to close the gap. View this email in your browser …
  International Institute for Sustainable Development · [email protected]
November 25, 2020 at 11:59 AM

The missing piece in our COVID-19 recovery plans

The missing piece in our COVID-19 recovery plans Governments are moving fast to get commitments on paper that will guarantee a clean, green, prosperous future after the pandemic. But what about... View this email in your browser …
  International Institute for Sustainable Development · [email protected]
November 11, 2020 at 12:00 PM

Biden wins, but can he turn U.S. climate policy around?

Biden wins, but can he turn U.S. climate policy around? Our experts weigh in on where the U.S. stands on climate and which G20 nations are struggling to walk away from fossil fuels. View this email in your browser …
  International Institute for Sustainable Development · [email protected]
October 28, 2020 at 10:59 AM

How multilateralism handles a pandemic

How multilateralism handles a pandemic When the juicy meetings with meaningful negotiations are online rather than in the corridors, it's harder to keep track of what's really happening. View this email in your browser …
  International Institute for Sustainable Development · [email protected]
October 14, 2020 at 10:59 AM

We can end world hunger by 2030: New research

We can end world hunger by 2030: New research With an additional USD 14 billion and more support for small-scale producers, we can end hunger and reach our climate goals within this decade. View this email in your browser …
  International Institute for Sustainable Development · [email protected]
September 30, 2020 at 10:59 AM

World leaders commit to nature as part of a resilient recovery

World leaders commit to nature as part of a resilient recovery For two decades, we have collectively failed to meet a single target to slow the loss of biodiversity. Now, our hope has been restored... View this email in your browser …
  IISD · [email protected]
September 16, 2020 at 10:59 AM

What happens next, Canada? We've got a plan

What happens next, Canada? We've got a plan View this email in your browser FINAL REPORT: NEXT STEPS FOR CANADA ON PATH TO RECOVERY Today, the Task Force for a Resilient Recovery submitted it…
  IISD · [email protected]
September 2, 2020 at 11:59 AM

10 questions for the WTO's next leader

10 questions for the WTO's next leader View this email in your browser 10 QUESTIONS FOR THE NEXT DIRECTOR-GENERAL OF THE WTO  With a shortlist of candidates vying to lead the World Trade Orga…
  IISD · [email protected]
August 19, 2020 at 11:14 AM

53 ways to reform fossil fuel subsidies, starting now

53 ways to reform fossil fuel subsidies, starting now View this email in your browser 53 WAYS TO REFORM FOSSIL FUEL SUBSIDIES, STARTING NOW Governments have an opportunity to use subsidy refo…
  IISD · [email protected]
August 5, 2020 at 2:44 PM

New IISD podcast focuses on "extraordinary ideas for a better world"

New IISD podcast focuses on "extraordinary ideas for a better world" View this email in your browser IISD'S NEW WEBSITE HIGHLIGHTS SUCCESS STORIES, IMPACT The new-and-improved IISD.org allows…
  IISD · [email protected]
July 22, 2020 at 11:14 AM

Five bold moves, five years, CAD 50 billion: A path forward for Canada

Five bold moves, five years, CAD 50 billion: A path forward for Canada View this email in your browser FIVE MOVES, FIVE YEARS, AND CAD 50 BILLION: A NEW VISION Today, the Task Force for a Res…
  IISD · [email protected]
July 8, 2020 at 10:59 AM

Economic stimulus must have "green strings" attached

Economic stimulus must have "green strings" attached View this email in your browser ECONOMIC STIMULUS MUST HAVE GREEN STRINGS ATTACHED Environmental organizations across Canada are coming to…
  IISD · [email protected]
June 24, 2020 at 11:00 AM

Climate action must include racial justice

Climate action must include racial justice View this email in your browser ENVIRONMENTALISTS: PAY CLOSE ATTENTION TO RACIAL JUSTICE Climate action won't be truly effective unless we start con…
  IISD · [email protected]
June 10, 2020 at 11:00 AM

How are African countries averting a hunger crisis?

How are African countries averting a hunger crisis? View this email in your browser AS WE REBUILD, WILL WE LEAD, FOLLOW, OR BE LEFT BEHIND? Canada must do more to fund a resilient recovery. O…
  IISD · [email protected]
May 27, 2020 at 10:59 AM

Are bananas sustainable? And should Canadians eat more fries?

Are bananas sustainable? And should Canadians eat more fries? This edition of our newsletter reveals the latest on sustainable bananas, how to actually help struggling farmers, and more. View this email in your browser …
  IISD · [email protected]
May 13, 2020 at 10:59 AM

Returning to normal isn't an option. So where to next?

Returning to normal isn't an option. So where to next? View this email in your browser BUILDING BACK BETTER IS THE RIGHT THING TO DO It makes sense for the planet. It makes sense for the econ…
  IISD · [email protected]
April 29, 2020 at 10:59 AM

How can we build resilience during a crisis?

How can we build resilience during a crisis? Our experts weigh in on what we can do now to prepare for future shocks and stresses, especially those resulting from climate change. View this email in your browser …
  IISD · [email protected]
April 15, 2020 at 10:59 AM

It's time to get smart about stimulus spending

It's time to get smart about stimulus spending View this email in your browser GLOBAL STIMULUS PACKAGE NEEDED TO AVOID HUNGER CRISIS IISD's Carin Smaller and Sophia Murphy argue that we must …
  IISD · [email protected]
April 1, 2020 at 10:59 AM

How COVID-19 is shaping the future of sustainable development

How COVID-19 is shaping the future of sustainable development View this email in your browser A note to our readers: As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to unfold, we are navigating it as best we can, fi…
  IISD · [email protected]
March 27, 2020 at 5:39 PM

Six of our most popular reads to get you through the weekend

Six of our most popular reads to get you through the weekend If you find yourself with extra time on the couch, dig into some of our top blog posts and become an armchair expert in sustainable development. View this email in your browser …
  IISD · [email protected]
March 19, 2020 at 10:59 AM

A message from IISD's President and CEO

A message from IISD's President and CEO View this email in your browser Dear members of the IISD community, The global situation regarding COVID-19 is evolving quickly. At IISD, we are taking as many p…
  IISD · [email protected]
March 4, 2020 at 11:59 AM

Can we salvage climate talks in 2020? / Will we stop overfishing? / Is blockchain the answer to our problems?

Can we salvage climate talks in 2020? / Will we stop overfishing? / Is blockchain the answer to our problems? View this email in your browser CLOCK IS TICKING TO REACH A DEAL ON FISHERIES SUBS…
  IISD · [email protected]
February 19, 2020 at 12:04 PM

Sustainable investing is here to stay / Making the conflict-climate connection / Tackling textile waste from the ground up

Sustainable investing is here to stay / Making the conflict-climate connection / Tackling textile waste from the ground up View this email in your browser MORE FOCUS NEEDED ON THE CONFLICT-CLI…
  IISD · [email protected]
February 5, 2020 at 12:00 PM

Future-proofing our built environment / Sugar highs (and lows) / How to say "mercury" in Ojibway

Future-proofing our built environment / Sugar highs (and lows) / How to say "mercury" in Ojibway View this email in your browser SUSTAINABLE SUGAR IN DEMAND BUT BIG PICTURE ISN'T SO SWEET The…
  IISD · [email protected]
January 8, 2020 at 2:27 PM

Richard Florizone appointed new President and CEO of IISD

Richard Florizone appointed new President and CEO of IISD View this email in your browser Happy New Year! We promised big news in 2020, so here’s the first of it: after a m…
  IISD · [email protected]
December 25, 2019 at 11:59 AM

Greta-inspired ice sculptures and Article 6 explained to children: Your holiday edition of IISD News

Greta-inspired ice sculptures and Article 6 explained to children: Your holiday edition of IISD News View this email in your browser Happy holidays from IISD! We are keep…
  IISD · [email protected]
December 11, 2019 at 11:59 AM

Small fish, big problems in West Africa / The environmental impact of disruptive tech / COP 25 headache? We've got a cure for that

Small fish, big problems in West Africa / The environmental impact of disruptive tech / COP 25 headache? We've got a cure for that View this email in your browser IMPACTS OF FISHERIES SUBSIDIE…
  Vanessa Farquharson · [email protected]
December 2, 2019 at 10:59 AM

Everything you need for COP 25

Everything you need for COP 25 View this email in your browser Greetings, Today marks the opening of COP 25, the 2019 UN Climate Conference, taking place over the next tw…
  IISD · [email protected]
November 27, 2019 at 11:59 AM

Our report The Production Gap wins the Internet / COP 25 halftime show open for registration / Private sector needs to step it up

Our report The Production Gap wins the Internet / COP 25 halftime show open for registration / Private sector needs to step it up View this email in your browser "ONE OF THE MOST IMPORTANT PIE…
  IISD · [email protected]
November 13, 2019 at 10:59 AM

Fossil fuel subsidies make everything worse / Mark Halle makes everything better / Our freshwater scientists make a special request

Fossil fuel subsidies make everything worse / Mark Halle makes everything better / Our freshwater scientists make a special request View this email in your browser AIR POLLUTION IN CANADIAN CI…
  IISD · [email protected]
October 30, 2019 at 10:59 AM

Ecuador discovers challenges of subsidy reform / Indonesia discovers power of renewables / Nuclear experts discover Twitter

Ecuador discovers challenges of subsidy reform / Indonesia discovers power of renewables / Nuclear experts discover Twitter View this email in your browser ECUADOR LEARNS THERE ARE NO SHORTCUT…
  IISD · [email protected]
October 16, 2019 at 9:59 AM

UN plays matchmaker / Attenborough plays himself / Mining sector plays with new tech

UN plays matchmaker / Attenborough plays himself / Mining sector plays with new tech View this email in your browser NEW TECHNOLOGY IN THE MINING SECTOR IS SHAKING THINGS UP Drones, big data …
  IISD · [email protected]
October 2, 2019 at 8:14 PM

Are Fossil Fuels the New Cigarettes? / Tourism, Meet Climate Change / What Lake 260 Can Teach Us

Are Fossil Fuels the New Cigarettes? / Tourism, Meet Climate Change / What Lake 260 Can Teach Us View this email in your browser NOT JUST A PRETTY LAB: WHY WE NEED WHOLE LAKES TO LEARN IISD's…
  IISD · [email protected]
September 22, 2019 at 2:59 PM

Here's what we're doing to support climate action (and what you can do, too)

Here's what we're doing to support climate action (and what you can do, too) View this email in your browser Global citizens, world leaders and youth activists are coming together in New…
  IISD · [email protected]
September 18, 2019 at 10:49 AM

Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez / The Magic of Engineered Wetlands / A Problematic Treaty

Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez / The Magic of Engineered Wetlands / A Problematic Treaty View this email in your browser ENERGY PACT FROM 1998 COULD THREATEN PARIS AGREEMENT IISD's Nathalie Bernasc…
  IISD · [email protected]
September 4, 2019 at 9:59 AM

Greta's Expectations / Trade Wars and Peace / Love in the Time of Climate Change

Greta's Expectations / Trade Wars and Peace / Love in the Time of Climate Change View this email in your browser TRADE THREATS BECOMING NEW NORM IN CLIMATE NEGOTIATIONS IISD's Aaron Cosbey in…
  IISD · [email protected]
August 21, 2019 at 11:59 AM

India's coal problem / Snails need calcium, too / Indigenous knowledge crucial to sustainable development

India's coal problem / Snails need calcium, too / Indigenous knowledge crucial to sustainable development Cleaning up its coal-burning power plants will cost India $10-billion – and that's a conservative estimate. View this email in your browser …
  IISD · [email protected]
August 7, 2019 at 5:59 AM

Clean energy revolution, polluting water for science, and advancing gender equality in agriculture.

Clean energy revolution, polluting water for science, and advancing gender equality in agriculture. A mere 10% of fossil fuel subsidies could pay for a global transition to clean energy. View this email in your browser …
  IISD · [email protected]
July 24, 2019 at 5:59 AM

Global Think Tank Awards, plastic waste in Canada, and sustainability in coffee

Global Think Tank Awards, plastic waste in Canada, and sustainability in coffee We took home three top honours from the 2019 Think Tank Awards. View this email in your browser WE'RE 'ONE TO W…
  International Institute for Sustainable Development · [email protected]
July 13, 2019 at 4:51 AM

IISD Newsletter (External): Subscription Confirmed

IISD Newsletter (External) Your subscription to our list has been confirmed. For your records, here is a copy of the information you submitted to us... Email Address: [email protected] First Name: John Last Name: xxxxxx Organization: DDTI Sector: Private Sector Ema…