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IISD congratulates renowned environmental scientist David Schindler on a distinguished career
On the occasion of the retirement of Dr. David Schindler from the University of Alberta, IISD is pleased to join his many admirers in offering congratulations on a distinguished career.
Green Revenues for Green Energy: Environmental fiscal reform for renewable energy technology deployment in China
The need for further debate on how best to fund renewable energy and reduce environmental pollution was identified by the IISD and the CNREC, leading to the establishment of a research project to examine the international experience of similar schemes and their relevance to China. This report presents a summary for policy-makers of the findings of that research.
Experts offer fresh ideas to ensure trade is catalyst for development
Mark Halle's contribution to the UNCTAD’s Trade and Development Board on global trade and economic development.
Interconnections between Islamic Finance and Sustainable Finance
The recent collapse of global financial markets highlighted the pervasive weaknesses of the existing international capital markets and suggested the need for an alternative system that might provide a more compassionate and socially responsible template for banking behaviour—behaviour that is more appropriately configured to serve the needs of the world community, including the middle class and the poor.
IISD appoints Hank Venema VP business development, Dimple Roy to direct NASCap program
The International Institute for Sustainable Development is pleased to announce Dimple Roy has been appointed director of its natural and social capital program (NASCap), taking over leadership from Henry David (Hank) Venema, who has been appointed to the new role of vice-president, business development.
Industrial Policy for a Green Economy
This report draws from the long history of industrial policy to highlight lessons for governments looking to promote infant green industries