Energy
Our experts offer practical guidance to help authorities choose the right system of electricity generation, reduce consumption of fossil-based transport fuels, and implement international climate change commitments.
We work side-by-side with local partners for less costly, more equitable energy systems. Aware of international policy developments, we identify wasteful practices, encourage new thinking, engage civil society, and support policy reform.
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Oil and gas have shaped Canada’s past—but to ensure a prosperous future, the country must reduce its dependence on fossil fuel production. Find out why and how.
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Energy Policy Tracker
Tracking realtime data on public finance for energy around the world.
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Fossil Fuel Subsidy Tracker
Explore the latest global fossil fuel subsidy estimates from all major sources in one interactive database.
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Blackouts and Backsliding: Energy subsidies in South Africa 2023
Blackouts and Backsliding presents the latest energy subsidy data for South Africa.
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Mapping India's Energy Policy 2023
Mapping India's Energy Policy 2023 is the latest publication in a series of annual updates on government support for energy in India that includes critical data on energy subsidies and taxation.
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A Sustainable Asset Valuation of a Net-Zero Transport Strategy in Indonesia
This report presents the economic valuation of net-zero transport strategies in Indonesia—their investment costs, added benefits, and avoided costs—encompassing interventions such as investments in public transport, private vehicle electrification, teleworking, and decarbonization of the electricity supply.
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Investor–State Dispute Settlement and Fossil Fuels: What role for a carveout?
Next week, at the 9th annual OECD Investment Treaty Conference, delegates will discuss a possible carveout of climate change measures from investor-state dispute settlements (ISDS). We assess the implications of this for states' climate policies and broader efforts to reform international investment governance.
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The Critical Next Step: What you need to know about Canada’s 2030 climate target
Canada's climate target for 2030 is within reach, but more stringent policies and clearer government communication will be needed to get there. Our expert explains why these developments are critical for Canada to help avoid the worst impacts of climate change.
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Ending Canada’s Support for Fossil Fuels
Canada has committed to ending subsidies and public financing for fossil fuels at home and abroad and has taken some important steps along the path. Our experts set out the journey so far, and how it can improve.
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Director, Energy Program, Just Transitions and Canada
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Christopher Beaton
Director, Energy Program, Public Financial Flows
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Richard Bridle
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Lead
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Associate
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Olivier Bois von Kursk
Policy Advisor
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