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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

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

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Page July 15, 2024