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The world’s greatest challenges don’t always have simple answers. Going beyond the surface is critical when it comes to solving global problems. Our experts know how important it is to look back at history and consider the big picture if we want to find solutions that work. 

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A Precarious Pursuit

BP, TotalEnergies, and Eni stand to profit from Europe's dash for gas in Africa, while host countries Mozambique, Nigeria, and Senegal take the risks.

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November 14, 2024

The WTO and Fisheries Subsidies: Where are we, exactly?

What are the latest developments in WTO fisheries subsidies negotiations, focusing on marine conservation, community impact, and sustainable fishing practices? Tristan Irschlinger offers a comprehensive overview explaining key aspects of the agreement, ongoing discussions, and what’s at stake for global fishery sustainability.

Deep Dive

November 6, 2024

How to Make Nature-Based Solutions for Adaptation Work for Everyone

Effective nature-based solutions (NbS) for adaptation start with integrated climate risk assessments. These take-aways will help practitioners plan for inclusive and sustainable NbS.

Deep Dive

October 15, 2024

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The Investment Facilitation for Development Agreement

With over 100 World Trade Organization members pushing to wrap up negotiations for an Investment Facilitation for Development Agreement, what would the actual accord mean for investment governance and sustainable development?
Deep Dive March 3, 2023

GTAGA: The Global Trade and Gender Arrangement, decoded

The Global Trade and Gender Arrangement has been heralded by many as "ground-breaking," a "landmark," and an innovative and comprehensive initiative. But is it really? What does it add to trade and gender provisions in existing agreements and how far can it go to redress gender inequalities in participating countries?
Deep Dive March 1, 2023

Why Canada Is Unlikely to Sell the Last Barrel of Oil

As new technologies and climate policies eat into global demand for oil, this investigation finds that Canadian producers face existential threats that will require bold government policy to diversify the country's economy.
Deep Dive December 14, 2022

Why Canada’s Energy Security Hinges on Renewables

This deep dive into the evidence shows investing in clean, flexible, and reliable electricity grids is the best option to increase Canadians' energy security, particularly long-term affordability.
Deep Dive October 3, 2022

Preparing Financing Strategies for Adaptation: Emerging good practices

Amid a growing interest in the preparation of financing strategies for adaptation, new research aims to unpack what the scope of these strategies should entail, what constitutes good practices for their development, and whether these strategies are truly effective.
Deep Dive August 25, 2022