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Data brief
sNAPshot: Initiating sector integration of adaptation considerations. Overview brief
There is no single approach to integrating adaptation considerations into sector planning, but concrete examples of good practice are emerging. Read More -
Commentary
TTIP and Climate Change: Low economic benefits, real climate risks
The Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership (TTIP)—a trade and investment agreement under negotiation between the European Union and United States—can increase emissions and restrict the ability of nations to adequately mitigate and adapt to climate change. Read More -
Report
Economic Implications of Climate Change Adaptations on Mine Access Roads in Northern Canada
This study evaluates the climate-related vulnerabilities and related costs and benefits of the Tibbitt to Contwoyto Winter Road, a mine access road built mainly over frozen lakes in the northeastern region of the Northwest Territories. Read More -
Video
Eliminate Fossil Fuel Subsidies & Fund Adaptation to Curb Climate Change (English/French)
Catherine McKenna, minister for the Environment and Climate Change asked us what we think needs to be done to curb climate change. For us,... Read More
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Paper
TomorrowNow - Manitoba’s Green Plan: Stakeholder consultations on climate change
Between 2013 and 2015 the International Institute for Sustainable Development led stakeholder engagement meetings with Manitobans, on behalf of the Government of Manitoba, to obtain their perspective and expertise on climate change challenges and solutions for the province. Read More -
Paper
Investment Treaty News Quarterly, Volume 6, Issue 4, November 2015
Does the Green Economy Need Investor–State Dispute Settlement? Read more in our quarterly periodical on investment law and policy. Read More -
Blog
Safeguarding Human Rights through Public Procurement
Public procurement has an essential role to play in facilitating states’ fulfillment of their duties to protect, respect and fulfill human... Read More
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Paper
Intergovernmental Forum on Mining, Minerals, Metals and Sustainable Development Annual General Meeting Report
From October 27–29, 2015, the Intergovernmental Forum on Mining, Minerals, Metals and Sustainable Development convened its 11th Annual General Meeting in Geneva, Switzerland. Read More -
Blog
China's Carrot and Stick Approach to Green Finance
These are big times for China. With the conclusion of the G20 meeting in Antalya, Turkey, China takes up the mantle as host of the next G20... Read More
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Blog
Climate Change Intensifies the Refugee Crisis
The refugee crisis unfolding across Europe’s borders is a long-term challenge without easy fixes.
Crisis management is certainly top... Read More