Canada needs to attract over CAD 100B/year in sustainable investment to remain competitive through the energy transition. To do so, it needs a sustainable finance taxonomy.
A group of leading experts—including IISD's Aaron Cosbey—has been assembled to guide the way: https://bit.ly/4ccUdmh
Reach out to connect in person or explore collaboration opportunities.
@economies.iisd.org
The image is a promotional poster for the World Bank/IMF 2026 Spring Meetings, mentioning participation from IISD. It invites people to connect with experts between April 13-18 in Washington, DC. The poster features two individuals: Anahí Weidenbrüg, labeled as Debt Lead, IISD, and Fernando Morra, labeled as Associate, IISD, with their photos. The IISD logo is at the bottom.
🏦 Our debt experts are heading to Washington D.C. for the #SpringMeetings.
Anahí Wiedenbrüg and Fernando Morra will be at the Meetings April 13-18, presenting IISD research and our work with governments, and contributing high-level sessions.
Countries should put practical solutions for reducing food loss and waste at the center of climate action and cooperation, argues @fao.org Assistant Director General/Director Kaveh Zahedi.
Read ➡️ https://bit.ly/4su5vr5
An older woman in a red shirt standing in front of lush tropical vegetation. She gestures with one hand. The logos for NAP Global Network and National Adaptation Plan Palau are overlaid at the top of the image. The text on the image reads, "New photo essay: Meet the people behind climate change adaptation in Palau."
In Palau, climate change isn’t a future threat—it’s already here. As sea levels rise, how are communities adapting in real time?
A new photo essay shares how Palauans are building resilience grounded in community knowledge and strengthened by science: https://bit.ly/4bXlXep
🎥 Missed our event on ‘Two-Speed Multilateralism: Can it Address the Climate and Health Agenda?’
📺 You can now watch the full recording on our YouTube channel👉 bit.ly/4tc4yEI
🗞️ Read more in this @healthpolicywatch.bsky.social
article 👉 bit.ly/47SJwT7
#GlobalHealth
A tram and cars drive down a city street in Europe. Many pedestrians walk on the sidewalks and cross the street.
🗞️ The latest edition of IISD Insights is here!
In this edition you'll find:
⛽ Oil price shocks—why fuel subsidies aren't the answer
📜 The growing threat to countries’ tax sovereignty
💵 Implementing carbon pricing in SE Asia
... and more!
🔗 bit.ly/41SO9Jp
1/2
The map shows countries applying the LIC-DSF framework, color-coded by debt distress levels: blue (low), teal (moderate), orange (high), and red (in distress). Highlighted regions include parts of Africa and Asia. The map is sourced from IISD, based on World Bank and IMF data.
🌍 Ahead of the Spring Meetings, the IMF and World Bank are revising their main tool for assessing debt sustainability and shaping borrowing terms in #LICs.
The outcome will affect debt relief, climate investment & development financing.
Learn why this update matters ➡️ https://bit.ly/4cvNNyy
🇨🇦 For Canada to be seen as a reliable partner on the global stage, it must renew its commitment to delivering high-quality international climate finance.
Last week, we joined over 50 organizations in calling for PM Mark Carney to deliver on these promises.
Letter: https://bit.ly/4t90JAj
Each year gov'ts spend billions subsidizing fossil fuels—yet the International Court of Justice advisory opinion makes clear these subsidies are a legal risk.
@nataliejones.bsky.social explains how gov’ts can support people + reform subsidies fairly & transparently.
🔎 www.iisd.org/publications...
Europe is turning to "Made in Europe" to navigate geopolitical uncertainty. But will it accelerate the clean industrial transition?
Our expert Ronja Bechauf unpacks what these rules mean for public procurement, decarbonization, and Europe's 250,000 contracting authorities. 👇
📣 Today 12–1 p.m. EDT
Field notes from the water: A webinar featuring freshwater restoration case studies with @wwfcanada.org, the Lower Kootenay Band & @ncccnc.bsky.social. Real projects, real results: better water quality, richer habitat, stronger communities.
Register: https://bit.ly/4dQDvKi
Upcoming 📣
This week, the 2026 International Vienna Energy and Climate Forum will highlight sustainable energy, climate action, and green industrialization as key pillars of shared prosperity, security, and stability
What to expect ➡️ enb.iisd.org/internationa...
#energy #climate #IVECF
At #BBNJ PrepCom III (for smooth operationalization of the BBNJ Agreement), negotiators agreed on many issues, but there were disagreements on rules of procedure, subsidiary bodies, and the financial rules and regulations
Summary ➡️ enb.iisd.org/marine-biodi...
#highseastreaty #biodiversity
“Canada is already off track on its climate commitments. New LNG is going to make it harder to achieve those goals.”
IISD's Steven Haig speaks with Amanda Lang about how LNG raises—not abates—emissions.
Watch the BNN Bloomberg interview:
Learn more about our work with Seal River: www.iisd.org/publications...
Learn more about our work on natural infrastructure in Canada: www.iisd.org/publications...
Big news: 🇨🇦 is investing $3.8B in nature.
Why does it matter?
✅Delivers 💵 to protect 30% of lands & waters by 2030
✅Launches 🇨🇦’s first National Water Security Strategy
✅Strengthens Indigenous leadership in biodiversity protection & conservation
✅Opens the door for ⬆️ 💵 in natural infrastructure
Bird's-eye view of a beach on the Maldvies. Waves break against the shore. There is a vibrant, green tree line between the beach and a clearing. Text overlaid reads, "The Nakaiy was created through centuries of careful observation and local knowledge. It tells you about expected weather and tidal patterns, navigational routes, and fishing conditions."
A woman walks with a young girl along a path towards a hill. Text overlaid reads, "It was passed down through families as an essential tool for survival."
As ocean levels rise, the challenge of adapting to climate change includes protecting cultural heritage.
A new article from Climate Home News explores how these efforts are playing out in the Maldives and Palau and the challenges ahead: https://bit.ly/4toce6F
Snowy owls, giant otters, striped hyenas — the latest meeting of the Convention on Migratory Species added 40 new species, subspecies, and populations in the CMS Appendices for greater protections
Read ➡️ sdg.iisd.org/news/migrato...
#wildlife #CMSCOP15
We asked some of our interns to share what it’s actually like to spend a few months with us.
Our internship program is a chance to work on real sustainability challenges and get closer to the research and questions we’re tackling every day.
Learn more: https://bit.ly/47AlPPm
📣 Going live today at 12 p.m. EDT!
Join Growing Water Heroes, an interactive webinar all about empowering kids and youth to spark a water action movement 💧: https://bit.ly/4dQDvKi
Designed for policy-makers, philanthropists, educators, program leaders, and organizations.
Sargassum piles up on the shore of a tropical beach in Belize. The sky is sunny with little clouds. Text overlaid reads, "Nature-Based Solutions Inventory for Belize. Projects being implemented across Belize's diverse ecosystems.
What do nature-based solutions look like in practice? 🌴 🌊
In our new report, we highlight the variety of nature-based solutions projects that are being implemented in Belize's diverse ecosystems, both ongoing and completed.
Learn more: https://bit.ly/3NXm2W5
A warehouse worker pulls boxes on a pallet cart. Another worker uses a forklift to move a pallet of goods. There are rows of large, metal shelves filled with boxes in the background. Text overlaid reads, "New Article. WTO MC14 Outcomes: Small wins, progress on reform, and digital trade as deal-breaker."
Expectations going into the #WTOMC14 were light. But @wto.org members did manage to get some small but significant decisions over the line, while disagreement blocked progress on others.
Learn more: https://bit.ly/4bUre4Z
A large cargo ship is on calm blue waters under a clear sky. Overlay text reads: "NEW ARTICLE. Conflict in the Gulf is pushing oil and gas prices toward new highs. Governments face a familiar question: How do we protect people without repeating past mistakes?" The logo for IISD is in the bottom left corner.
Today’s @financialtimes.com letter from Vance Culbert makes the point clearly: rising energy prices are not a reason to fall back on blanket fossil fuel subsidies.
Targeted support + electrification + clean energy is the more resilient path.
Read more: https://bit.ly/4uVF5B3
A cityscape with a mix of modern and older buildings near a body of water, under a cloudy sky. Text overlay: "New Article: How the Energy Shock Could Deepen Debt Risks in Developing Economies." IISD logo at the bottom left.
For countries already carrying heavy debt loads, rising energy & food prices due to Middle East conflict threaten to tip economies over the edge. Fernando Morra & Anahí Wiedenbrüg ask who will pay the price & why the answer goes beyond the energy bill.
➡️ https://bit.ly/4dPozw1
🎬 That’s a wrap on Day 1 of #TradeHub2026!
From fisheries subsidies & critical minerals to agriculture & digital trade, today sparked powerful discussions alongside #WTOMC14 & closed with a reception by the International Chamber of Commerce.
Check out highlights 👇
The COP 30 Brazilian Presidency is working to consolidate the Baku to Belém Roadmap, with a view to mobilize USD 1.3 trillion in climate finance
Read ➡️ sdg.iisd.org/news/brazil-...
#ClimatFinance #COP30 #COP31
Trade + Sustainability Hub 2026. Opening Plenary. How Should the Global Trade System Deliver for Development. Watch now!
📢 Happening now! Watch the Opening Plenary for the #TradeHub2026!
Experts discuss how #TradePolicy can support development in Africa, linking food security, climate action & digital transformation & what to expect from #WTOMC14.
🎥 Watch live: https://bit.ly/48cT2k2
