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Our experts weigh in on issues that are critical to sustainable development. Whether you’re looking for evidence-based policy analysis, a fresh perspective on a longstanding debate, or an easy-to-grasp explanation of a complex topic, you’ve come to the right place.
Insights
Sustainable development is a broad, complex field with many overlapping, interconnected issues. It can be hard to stay on top of where progress is being made, what new issues are emerging, and how current events are shifting us in new directions. IISD’s experts have the insight you need.
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"Electrify, Baby, Electrify": In 2025, governments must choose a safer world
President Trump campaigned on the slogan “drill, baby, drill,” yet, the case for transitioning from fossil fuels to clean energy has never been stronger.
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Five Key Priorities to End Fossil Fuel Subsidies in Canada
As the G7 president in 2025, Canada has a pivotal opportunity to lead by fully phasing out fossil fuel supports and investing in a cleaner, more equitable future. Here are five recommendations for effective subsidy reform.
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IISD's Best of 2024: Articles
As 2024 draws to a close, we revisit our most read IISD articles of the year.
Deep Dives
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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Indonesian Electric Vehicle Boom: A temporary trend or a long-term vision?
Indonesia is pursuing policies to accelerate the adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) and build a thriving domestic industry. However, to maximize long-term benefits, the government must ensure foreign manufacturers do more than just sell cars—they need to invest in local jobs, supply chains, and technology transfer.
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Challenging Gender Discriminatory Norms, Practices, and Beliefs in Sub-Saharan Africa
SUNCASA held a series of training sessions to support women and other underrepresented groups in overcoming the barriers preventing their access to natural resources and meaningful participation in nature-based solutions governance.
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Community-Based Adaptation in Southern Africa Is Gaining Momentum. Here’s how to scale it up.
Community-based adaptation is a proven approach to building resilience to climate change, but there is still space to realize its potential. We reviewed over 50 policy documents from Southern Africa that revealed the gaps and the opportunities.
Explainers
We can’t make progress on sustainable development if we don’t understand it. Research papers and textbooks don’t always speak in plain language, which makes it hard to learn about the nuances of environmental negotiations or get clarity on what counts as a fossil fuel subsidy. IISD experts are here to help.
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What Does Climate Adaptation Look Like in Action? Here are nine locally led, nature-based ideas
What does Nature-based solutions (NbS) for adaptation look like for the communities involved? From cultivating seaweed seeds to planting hurricane-resistant trees, here are nine locally-driven ideas.
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Why Does Debt Matter for Sustainable Development and Climate Action?
Anahí Wiedenbrüg discusses how effective debt management can help developing countries achieve climate action and SDG goals while minimizing financial risks.
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Nine Wins for Sustainable Development in 2024
Looking back on 2024, let’s take a moment to pause and appreciate the positive milestones of the year. Join us in celebrating the small and big wins for global sustainability.
Policy Analysis
To put it simply, this is a space for our policy experts to wonk out—after all, some issues can only be tackled with technical expertise on niche subjects. IISD's team understands the importance of effective commentary and the ways in which it can lead to transformative policy change in the real world.
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Les subventions agricoles : le cas de l’Ouganda
Jane Nalunga et Jonathan Lubega examinent les subventions agricoles accordées en Ouganda, proposant des recommandations pour les modifier afin de favoriser la durabilité.
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Les subventions agricoles en Inde : un équilibre essentiel
Ranja Sengupta examine les impacts socio-économiques des subventions agricoles en Inde et met en avant la nécessité de réaliser des ajustements politiques.
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Les difficultés liées à la promotion d’une agriculture à faible émission de carbone par le biais de politiques publiques et d’aides au Brésil
Leila Harfuch, Rodrigo C. A. Lima et Gustavo Dantas Lobo examinent la manière dont les politiques en faveur d'une agriculture à faible émission de carbone peuvent équilibrer les objectifs de production et de conservation pour une agriculture plus durable au Brésil.
Success Stories
For 30 years, IISD has worked to fulfill a bold commitment to the world: advancing development that balances economic, social and environmental priorities. Here are just some of the ways we're making an impact.
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Women Turning the Table on Food Loss and Waste in Kenya
A group of changemakers led a movement to tackle food loss and waste in Kenya. IISD experts have been working closely with local women leaders to make change happen.
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Hope Springs: How one community brought a river back from the brink
For over a decade, a small group of community members in Zambia have been working to restore the Nsongwe River. Now, with support from IISD’s Climate Adaptation and Protected Areas Initiative, their goal is within reach.
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Fueling Change: The journey to end fossil fuel subsidies in Canada
How Canada became the first country in the world to introduce a framework for ending government subsidies to domestic oil and gas companies.