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Addressing Soil Acidity and Enhancing Soil Health
This policy report addresses the critical issue of soil acidity in the East African Community (EAC) and provides actionable recommendations for EAC partner states, the EAC Secretariat, and other relevant stakeholders.
IISD Annual Report 2023–2024
While IISD's reputation as a convenor, a trusted thought leader, and a go-to source on key issues within the sustainable development field is stronger than ever, the work happening outside the spotlight is just as valuable.
Effectively Delivering on Climate and Nature: NDCs, NAPs and NBSAPs Synergies
This checklist for national policy-makers illustrates potential opportunities and interactions during the development or update of the nationally determined contribution (NDC), National Adaptation Plan (NAP), and national biodiversity strategies and action plan (NBSAP).
IGF Case Study: Decarbonization of the Mining Sector
Case studies from Chile, Indonesia, and South Africa that delve into the role of the mining sector in efforts to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions.
Fitting the Pieces of the Puzzle
Governments are adopting sustainability standards for global value chains (GVCs), but businesses in the Global South face challenges in meeting these evolving regulations.
Inclusive Nature-Based Solutions for Climate Adaptation
Discover how climate change and biodiversity loss impact people differently and how inclusive nature-based solutions for adaptation can help.
Unlocking Clean Power for All
This report uses tipping point theory to advise where public funding can be strategically directed to catalyze renewable energy deployment in developing and emerging economies.
Public Financial Support for Renewable Power Generation and Integration in the G20 Countries
G20 governments provided at least USD 168 billion in public financial support for renewable power in 2023, less than one third of G20 fossil fuel subsidies that year.
Sustainable Asset Valuation of Climate-Resilient Landscapes in Ghana
In this integrated cost-benefit analysis, the Nature-Based Infrastructure Global Resource Centre analyzes the potential of nature-based infrastructure (NBI) to mitigate the impact of extreme weather events under different climate scenarios in Ghana.
Compensation and Damages in Investor-State Dispute Settlement
This report provides policy reform options to address the growing issue of damages awards in investor-state dispute settlement (ISDS).