Events
Through conferences, webinars, workshops, and panel discussions, IISD actively engages some of the world's leading thinkers on various topics of sustainable development.
Upcoming events
Rethinking Investment Treaties: Lessons for policy-making
In this webinar, panellists will discuss key findings of a new report, Rethinking Investment Treaties: A Roadmap.
2024 Investment Policy Forum
The 16th edition of the International Institute for Sustainable Development's (IISD) Investment Policy Forum will be held in Manila, the Philippines, in October 2024.
IGF 20th Annual General Meeting
Leading international mining policy forum, focusing on balancing the need for minerals with protecting people and the planet
Past events
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Working With Countries to Measure Wealth and Move Beyond GDP
IISD and experts share new "beyond GDP" reports from Ethiopia, Indonesia, and Trinidad and Tobago, building the case for measures of wealth to help guide government policy making.
Integrating Voluntary Sustainability Standards in Trade Agreements: Charting a path for sustainable trade
This webinar explored recent trends, challenges, and opportunities related to the integration of voluntary standards in trade policy, with a focus on free trade agreements (FTAs).
WTO agriculture negotiations on domestic support: making new rules work for LDCs and other vulnerable economies
This webinar brought research insights for WTO delegates, advancing domestic support negotiations pre-MC14 and aiding vulnerable economies.
Workshop for Parliamentarians on the Implementation of the ASEAN Guidelines on Promoting Responsible Investment in Food, Agriculture and Forestry Sectors
This workshop served to engage parliamentarians, enhance their capacity, and share expertise to complement the ASEAN RAI.
Designing Responsible Agricultural Investment Contracts in Eastern and Southern Africa
This workshop discussed how IISD’s model contract clauses can help member states of the Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa promote and facilitate responsible investment in agriculture.
Regional Approaches to Investor-State Disputes: Workshop with UEMOA countries
A workshop held in partnership with the West African Economic and Monetary Union (UEMOA)
Introductory Workshop on International Investment Law: Madagascar
An introductory workshop on international investment law for Madagascar government officials.
Navigating the Landscape of Voluntary Standards and Initiatives for Carbon Management
This webinar unpacked the different types of voluntary standards and initiatives for carbon management and explored companies' experiences in using them to reach their climate goals.
Global Launch of the 2023 Progressing National SDGs Implementation Report
A global coalition of non-governmental organizations launched its 2023 watchdog report on the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) at their halfway point.
IISD at Procura+
Public procurement can play a key role in strategic governance, ensuring service delivery that achieves value for money and generates benefits not only for organizations, but also for the environment, society and the economy. IISD's Procurement team will present key research on green public procurement.