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Volatile Costs of Fossil Fuel Energy were a Key Driver of Recent Record Inflation and Continue to Impact Affordability

New report takes closer look at how Canada’s dependence on fossil fuels impacts energy costs and prices of essentials such as transportation, home heating, and housing.

Press release July 17, 2024

Carbon taxes did not trigger spike in Canadian gas prices, finds report

In the year leading up to June 2022, average gasoline prices climbed 55 per cent across Canada, part of a wave of inflation that raised the cost of nearly everything from rent to food. According to a new IISD analysis published Wednesday, a $0.73 jump in gasoline prices over that period was almost entirely driven by the global oil market—not carbon pricing.

IISD in the news July 17, 2024

How Fossil Fuels Drive Inflation and Make Life Less Affordable for Canadians

New report takes closer look at how Canada’s dependence on fossil fuels impacts energy costs and prices of essentials such as transportation, home heating, and housing.

Deep Dive July 17, 2024

Avoiding Trade Concerns in the Design of Plastic Pollution Measures

IISD provides insights on aspects of WTO members' plastics that have created friction with trading partners and suggests recommendations for the adoption of such policies in the future.

Report July 17, 2024

South African hotline gives locals a say on green energy projects

As renewable investment grows, a new hotline invites South Africans to share complaints and queries about green energy benefits. IISD's Richard Halsey praised the hotline's free access and inclusivity for community members. But the fact that it is funded by project owners could mean some renewable energy and mining companies or infrastructure developers may choose not to use the hotline as it is an additional, optional expense, he said.

IISD in the news July 16, 2024

WTO Joint Initiative on E-Commerce State of Play

A finalized legal text of the e-commerce joint statement initiative agreement may be within reach: this report provides an overview of how close the participants are to the finish line and what remains to be agreed on.

Report July 16, 2024

The Global Minimum Tax and Special Economic Zones

Guidance for governments on reforming tax incentives in special economic zones amid the global minimum tax.

Brief July 16, 2024

Modelling the Impacts of Policy Interventions for Agrifood Systems Transformation in Indonesia

This report provides context and insights for agrifood systems transformation efforts in Indonesia by detailing an innovative modelling approach and offering policy implications and next steps to inform the Indonesian government's development planning.

Report July 16, 2024

Carbon Minefields Newsletter Signup

Subscribe to receive monthly updates on global oil and gas exploration licensing and spending data, with analysis of the climate impact.

Page July 15, 2024

Janina Schnick

Person July 15, 2024