Press Releases
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October 03, 2016
IISD Recognizes Canada’s Carbon Pricing Proposal as an Important First Step
IISD responds to the Government of Canada's announcement today to introduce Canada-wide carbon pricing.
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September 19, 2016
IISD Welcomes Transparency on Fossil Fuel Subsidies by China and the United States
China and the United States released voluntary peer reviews of their fossil fuel subsidies. The two countries are the first among G20 members to undertake peer reviews as part of the G20 commitment “to phase out inefficient fossil fuel subsidies that encourage wasteful consumption.”
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August 31, 2016
G20 Needs an Ambitious Timeline to Remove Oil and Gas Subsidies
As Prime Minister Justin Trudeau joins other G20 leaders in China this weekend, he should push for an ambitious timeline to remove fossil fuel subsidies.
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August 10, 2016
Government of Canada provides new investment in freshwater research at IISD Experimental Lakes Area
Fisheries and Oceans Canada will be providing $1.7 million over the next two years to IISD Experimental Lakes Area.
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July 26, 2016
In Memory of Luc Hoffmann (1923-2016)
IISD mourns the passing of Hans Lukas "Luc" Hoffmann, a celebrated Swiss conservationist and co-founder of the World Wildlife Fund (WWF). His vision and passion improved the lives of many around the world.
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July 15, 2016
IISD Applauds Canadian Industry Support for Carbon Pricing
IISD responds to today's announcement that 23 major Canadian companies are to join the Carbon Pricing Leadership Coalition.
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June 29, 2016
IISD Commends North American Leaders On Their Climate Change Statement
Canada, the United States and Mexico issued a statement today outlining a collaborative approach towards climate action. Amin Asadollahi, IISD lead on North American climate mitigation, made the following statement.
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June 28, 2016
How is Income in Winnipeg Related to Likelihood of Stroke?
June is Stroke Awareness Month. We took a look at data from Peg to explore how income is related to likelihood of stroke in Winnipeg.
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June 28, 2016
Civil Society Organizations Join Forces to Call for G20 to End Fossil Fuel Subsidies by 2020
More than 200 civil society organizations, including the International Institute for Sustainable Development (IISD), have joined together to urge G20 governments to commit to end fossil fuel subsidies by 2020.
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June 24, 2016
IISD Welcomes Five New Members to Its Board of Directors
WINNIPEG—June 24, 2016—IISD welcomed five new members to its board of directors today, following a unanimous vote at the board’s general meeting.
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