Newsroom Media Coverage View IISD's latest media coverage from around the world. Press Media Coverage What's new in sustainable development Recent news coverage about IISD Displaying 1101 - 1120 of 2028 Certification insulates cotton against market shocks GENEVA – A new policy brief released by a major global think tank claims that compliance with voluntary sustainability standards can help smallholder cotton farmers to be more resilient to global shocks – such as the COVID-19 pandemic. IISD in the news EcoTextile News April 21, 2021 How the four main federal parties’ climate plans stack up Infused throughout the Supreme Court of Canada’s ruling that Parliament acted constitutionally when it passed the Liberal government’s carbon pricing law is the logic that the provinces are incapable of fully acting on the climate crisis themselves. IISD in the news National Observer April 16, 2021 Farmers’ group wants cash for ‘climate-friendly’ agriculture in budget An organization representing more than 20,000 farmers across the country is urging the federal government to follow a key takeaway from a report it recently published on Canada’s shortcomings in agro-environmental policy. IISD in the news iPolitics April 16, 2021 New report says Ottawa spent billions supporting fossil fuel industry in 2020 A report released today by the Canadian environment organization Environmental Defence calculates that the federal government delivered $18 billion in subsidies and other forms of financial support to the country’s fossil fuel industry in 2020. IISD in the news RCI Radio Canada International April 15, 2021 3 Reasons Why the Upcoming Canadian Federal Budget Matters to the World This will be a historic moment for Canadians, marking a potential milestone towards a prompt recovery at a time when the country is grappling with a third wave of COVID-19. IISD in the news Global Citizen April 14, 2021 Eskom can be a key player in SA’s transition to renewable energy, a new report finds A new report from the International Institute for Sustainable Development (IISD) suggests that Eskom can be a leader in South Africa’s transition to renewable energy. IISD in the news Mail & Guardian April 13, 2021 Are Indian companies on track to achieve SDG 8? Responsible business conduct and ensuring respect for human rights will not only help to deliver the SDGs, but can also bring benefits for companies. IISD in the news CSR Journal April 12, 2021 Experimental Lakes Area near Kenora gets $180K in federal funds for planned climate centre FedNor funding will be used to help get the Centre for Climate and Lake Learning in Ontario shovel ready. IISD in the news CBC April 9, 2021 Debate: subsidies versus carbon pricing in European renewables Renewable power subsidies and carbon pricing schemes are among the most popular projects to encourage clean energy investment, but which is more effective? IISD in the news Power Technology April 8, 2021 Activists in renewed battle with Eskom over new nuclear plant JOHANNESBURG - CIVIL organisations renewed their long-running battle with Eskom after the state-owned parastatal filed response to the Nuclear-1 Environmental Authorisation (EA) appeal, which could pave way for a nuclear build in Koeberg. IISD in the news IOL April 8, 2021 Building greener: Canada’s green recovery path There is hope for a green future, but drastic changes need to be made by the government and large corporations. IISD in the news The Runner April 7, 2021 How wave power could create a virtuous circle by coming ashore to help EU hydrogen plans Sustainability legislation heading for the European parliament poses a problem for hydrogen manufacturers. IISD in the news ReCharge April 6, 2021 Caribbean civil society, gov’ts commit to improving climate finance delivery Caribbean civil society can play a key role in delivering climate finance and building local resilience, and there needs to be greater investment to support this role alongside governments and the private sector. IISD in the news The Gleaner April 1, 2021 Biden's proposed $2-trillion stimulus will spill over into Canada — but it could also hurt our competitiveness With US$2 trillion in proposed spending over eight years, the plan lays out a roadmap to address climate change through emission reduction and investment in aging infrastructure, and it has delighted many in Canada. IISD in the news Financial Post April 1, 2021 Canada outpaced on EV investments, clean energy ahead of 2021 budget Canada is being outpaced on the international stage when it comes to green investments in electric vehicles and clean energy, environmental groups say. IISD in the news National Observer March 29, 2021 Trudeau’s Carbon Tax Upheld by Top Court, Cementing Green Agenda Canada’s efforts to combat climate change scored a major victory after the country’s top court ruled that Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s national carbon tax is constitutional. IISD in the news Bloomberg March 25, 2021 Water policy plan flows to province Earlier this week, a report by an expert advisory council on a provincial water management strategy was received by the ministers of conservation and agriculture. IISD in the news Winnipeg Free Press March 25, 2021 What can we do about increased plastic use during the pandemic? Environment Canada estimates we use 15 billion disposable plastic bags per year, just in Canada. These, and other plastics, break down in our lakes and make their way into fish we eat and the water we drink. IISD in the news Toronto Star March 22, 2021 India’s stimulus for renewables is a ‘mixed bag’ for energy transition A new report shows the government’s stimulus is a 'mixed bag' for the country’s energy transition. IISD in the news The Hindu Business Line March 22, 2021 Responsible lithium mining and the clean energy transition It’s not hard to see why lithium commands such attention. The World Bank estimates that, by 2050, demand for the metal could increase by up to 500% over 2018 production levels in order to meet future needs. IISD in the news One Earth March 19, 2021 Pagination « First ‹ Previous … Page 54 Page 55 Current page 56 Page 57 Page 58 … Next › Last »