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Eskom Is the Key to Changing South Africa’s Energy Mix
A new study suggests that Eskom holds the key to fundamentally transforming the country’s electricity sector.
Fossil Finance from Development Banks Reached USD 3 Billion in 2020
New data shows that Development Banks provided USD 12 billion to clean energy and USD 3 billion for fossil fuels since the pandemic began.
IISD To Host Trade and Sustainability Hub
Join us at this event, alongside the WTO Ministerial, as we work to chart a new path for the greatest challenges of our time.
Canada’s Federal Fossil Fuel Subsidies Jumped More than 200% from 2019 to 2020
A new report finds federal subsidies to fossil fuels increased to $1.9 billion last year, as the Canadian government responds to the economic effects of the COVID-19 pandemic.
IISD Welcomes Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala as the Next Head of the World Trade Organization
This represents a powerful political signal on gender equality and on the invaluable role that African economies play in the multilateral trading system.
IISD Welcomes AU Ministerial Declaration on the Risks of Investor–State Arbitration for COVID-19 Measures
IISD welcomes African Union Member States' move to raise awareness of COVID-19-related ISDS risks, provide guidance on policy options, and lend political support to member states as they pursue their national needs.
32% Growth in India's Electricity Subsidies—New Report
Direct tariff electricity subsidies from state governments have increased 32% since FY 2016, amounting to INR 110,391 crore (USD 14.96 billion) in FY 2019, according to an independent report.
New handbook provides tools to foster responsible investment in Africa
A handbook to guide parliamentarians in creating enabling environments for more and better investments in agriculture and food systems was launched today.
Canada Is Stepping Up its Climate Ambition, Now we all have to step up
A new climate plan includes clear commitments to reduce our carbon footprint, build resilience, and play a leading role on the world stage.
World Must Cut Fossil Fuel Production by 6% Per Year to Limit Warming
Special Production Gap Report finds COVID-19 recovery must avoid locking us into a high-carbon future.