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An award-winning independent think tank for sustainable solutions. Focused on climate, nature & economies.

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"For low-lying nations, [sea level rise] is not an abstract projection but an encroaching physical reality" write two lawyers who helped Tuvalu present at the ICJ’s climate hearings.

Read more about how scientific urgency & legal accountability are linked: https://bit.ly/4aB41pL
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December 24, 2025 at 12:30 PM
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⭐ What stood out in international #Tax policy this year?

With 2025 now drawing to a close, let's look back at the key moments in #TaxPolicy that moved the #sustainable agenda forward ⬇️

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2025 in International Tax: The year in review. From the first substantive negotiations on a UN Framework Convention on International Tax Cooperation to countries’ commitments to boost domestic revenue at the once-a-decade FfD4 conference, here’s a look at the milestones and events that shaped international tax this year.
December 23, 2025 at 3:20 PM
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#Deforestation is one of the most urgent global environmental challenges.

Our new report looks at the role of Voluntary #Sustainability Standards, alongside private sector actors, in tackling deforestation across forest-risk commodity value chains.

Learn more: https://bit.ly/4p87K1A
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December 22, 2025 at 5:08 PM
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Looking for extra fiscal space in 2026? An inventory of fossil fuel subsidies can help!

5-steps to get started!
1️⃣Whole of gov't approach
2️⃣Comprehensive scope & definition
3️⃣Appropriate method to measure subsidies
4️⃣Environmental & socio-economic lens
5️⃣Regular updates

📗 www.iisd.org/publications...
December 18, 2025 at 3:47 PM
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Two decades ago, we launched the Global Subsidies Initiative to support governments in reforming subsidies that undermine sustainable development.

We spoke with our experts, peers, and government representatives to take stock of progress and lessons learned through a series of articles. 1/4
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December 18, 2025 at 2:29 PM
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💡The ICTSD archive is now available on our website. Explore the publication repository, #Bridges series & more resources linking economic, environmental & social priorities to #GlobalTrade.

🔗 https://bit.ly/48KvvrD
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December 18, 2025 at 1:00 PM
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As governments confront rising misinformation, constrained budgets, & intensifying climate risks, the need for evidence-based policy has never been greater.

Patricia Fuller outlines the opportunities and challenges that will shape #SustDev in 2026: https://bit.ly/4jmgsrT
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December 17, 2025 at 4:21 PM
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🧵 Informed by insights from 20+ global experts, we launched guidance to help policy-makers design effective Border Carbon Adjustments #BCAs.

Check out 6️⃣ of our recommendations 👇

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December 16, 2025 at 3:14 PM
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📜 From war time security measures to climate policy, Investor-state dispute settlement (#ISDS) has been hitting the headlines for its ability to undermine public-interest policy making.

Now’s a good time to learn more about this system and why it needs urgent reform. ⬇️

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December 15, 2025 at 5:06 PM
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📢 Our latest #Trade & #Sustainability Review is out!

Explore often overlooked aspects of #IndustrialPolicy—from services, agriculture & digitalization to least developed country challenges & policy-making processes.

📖 https://bit.ly/4iOGinP

🚨 FR/ES coming soon!
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December 15, 2025 at 9:30 AM
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In November, #Canada & #Alberta announced a framework for a new pipeline—but is this in the public interest?

Lessons from TMX warn projects should be assessed for economic & environmental risks + need consultation with Indigenous Peoples.

Learn more 👇
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December 12, 2025 at 5:40 PM
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We are pleased to announce that Nicolas Delaunay will join IISD as our new Director, Strategic Partnerships.

Read more: https://bit.ly/3MsJNo1
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December 11, 2025 at 7:55 PM
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#ISDS allows firms to avoid accountability for environmental or social damages caused by their investment projects while draining squeezed public finances, our @jostransky.bsky.social says in @insideclimatenews.org piece on latest twists in Chevron v Ecuador 👇

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Latest Twist in Chevron’s Amazon Pollution Saga: Ecuador Ordered to Pay the Oil Company $220 Million - Inside Climate News
Indigenous and other Ecuadorians have lived with millions of gallons of toxic pollution from Texaco’s operations for decades. Now, those victims’ tax dollars will go to Chevron, which acquired Texaco ...
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December 11, 2025 at 7:30 AM
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Border carbon adjustments are increasingly shaping #trade & #climate policy. As 2025 comes to a close, it's time to take stock of where #BCAs stand—and what to expect in 2026.🗓️

Read our State of #BCAs 2025 report, available in English, French & Spanish: https://bit.ly/3MgXPsS
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December 10, 2025 at 4:58 PM
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Public procurement represents €2 T a year in the #EU—a huge opportunity to accelerate #ClimateAction & strengthen competitiveness.

Our expert Ronja Bechauf outlines 3 reforms that would help Europe use its purchasing power more strategically & sustainably. 👇

Learn more: https://bit.ly/48DuH6s
December 10, 2025 at 3:35 PM
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#India needs affordable energy solutions that deliver 24/7 reliable power.

Firm & Dispatchable Renewable Energy can supply clean electricity, boost #EnergySecurity, & reach cost parity with new thermal by 2030

New Report:
https://www.iisd.org/publications/report/india-budgeting-for-net-zero-fdre
December 9, 2025 at 1:33 PM
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#Agriculture producers are essential to the success of voluntary sustainability standards, but their voices are often missing.

Our expert Sara Elder explains how to increase producer engagement for fairer & more impactful standards.

Full report ➡️ https://bit.ly/4rKWVoG
December 9, 2025 at 1:50 PM
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🌍 Join global trade discussions that matter at the 2026 #Trade + #Sustainability Hub!

From March 26-28, 2026, the Hub returns alongside the @wto.org #MC14 in Yaoundé, Cameroon.

➡️ Explore the agenda: iisd.swoogo.com/trade-and-su...
➡️ Register now: iisd.swoogo.com/trade-and-su...
December 9, 2025 at 9:27 AM
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🌍 Curious about the latest #DigitalTrade talks at the @wto.org? Join @economies.iisd.org’s webinar on Dec. 12 for insights on multilateral & plurilateral #ECommerce negotiations.

✍️ Sign up now for a forward-looking update ahead of #MC14 in March 2026 in Yaoundé.

🔗 https://bit.ly/44Eh6KW
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December 9, 2025 at 8:53 AM
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It's tomorrow! How can #conservation avoid unintentionally creating tension? Join us as we explore the role of conflict-sensitive conservation in a changing climate.

Register: https://bit.ly/4phITJE

#ClimateAdaptation #NatureBasedSolutions #NbS #CAPAInitiative
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December 8, 2025 at 11:10 AM
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Yesterday, our President & CEO Patricia Fuller and Director Dimple Roy met with #MB Minister Moyes to discuss priorities for Manitoba’s Path to Net Zero.

We look forward to continuing to support an affordable, competitive & decarbonized economy for all Manitobans.
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December 5, 2025 at 4:01 PM
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Emissions from #LNG Canada Phase 1 and 2 are expected to be equal to adding 900,000 cars to the road.

Expanding LNG in Canada won't lower domestic emissions + is not a climate solution for trading partners abroad.

🆕 explainer:
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December 4, 2025 at 2:18 PM
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Outdated investment treaties could be used by Russian actors to undermine the EU’s latest support to Ukraine.

While talks in Brussels accelerate, our experts unpack 👉 https://bit.ly/4pMY8Kq
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December 3, 2025 at 5:20 PM
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At #COP30, parties adopted a new Gender Action Plan—sending a strong signal that #GenderEquality is essential to effective #ClimateAction.

Shruti Sharma explains that women are often invisible in #EnergyTransition planning. This needs to change—listen to what she has to say 👇
December 3, 2025 at 3:09 PM
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🌎 As a sustainable development think tank with 35+ years of experience, IISD knows the best kind of research is the kind that creates a foundation for action.

Read our annual report to learn more about how we’re making an impact around the world: https://bit.ly/4omHDmW
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December 2, 2025 at 7:15 PM