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This report, produced by the International Institute for Sustainable Development (IISD) in partnership with the CONECC German-Mexican Energy Partnership, identifies and evaluates options for reforming electricity subsidies in Mexico, specifically focusing on residential and agricultural consumers and the associated socioeconomic impacts.

This report by the International Institute for Sustainable Development provides strategies to help governments in developed and developing countries implement just energy transitions, drawing on research and case studies from six countries.

The NAP Global Network 2017-18 Progress Report outlines the activities of the NAP Global Network from November 2017 to November 2018, focusing on its mission to assist developing countries in advancing National Adaptation Plan (NAP) processes to accelerate global climate adaptation efforts.

This policy brief by the International Institute for Sustainable Development (IISD) examines the role of rural infrastructure in achieving Sustainable Development Goal 2 (zero hunger). It identifies four priority infrastructure categories and proposes diverse financing mechanisms to attract private capital and ensure long-term sustainability in rural agricultural regions.

This report by the International Institute for Sustainable Development (IISD) uses the Sustainable Asset Valuation (SAVi) tool to compare the financial and socioeconomic impacts of flood versus drip irrigation for the Southern Agricultural Growth Corridor of Tanzania (SAGCOT) initiative, specifically within the Kilombero Valley. The analysis demonstrates that while drip irrigation has higher initial costs, it significantly improves water efficiency, unlocks additional productive land, and enhances long-term financial viability when environmental and social externalities are factored into the valuation.

This report by Oil Change International and partners analyzes the financial support provided by Export Development Canada (EDC) to the oil and gas industry, highlighting a contradiction between these actions and Canada's climate change commitments.

This working paper by the International Institute for Sustainable Development analyzes examples from G20 countries regarding the reallocation of public funds away from fossil fuels to align with the Paris Agreement and Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

The IGF Mining Policy Framework Assessment for Kyrgyzstan (2018) evaluates the country's mining governance across six pillars. While Kyrgyzstan shows medium progress in legal, financial, socioeconomic, and environmental frameworks—highlighted by fair tax rates and updated mining codes—it shows low progress in post-mining transition and artisanal mining. Key gaps include reliance on outdated Soviet-era technical standards, unpredictable tax administration, and a lack of specific legislation for mine closure and the formalization of artisanal mining.

This research paper by the International Institute for Sustainable Development (IISD) examines the flow of public money in G20 countries that supports fossil fuel production and consumption. It argues that despite international commitments like the Paris Agreement and Sustainable Development Goals, G20 governments continue to provide substantial subsidies, credit support, and state-owned enterprise (SOE) investments to the fossil fuel sector. The document provides eight case studies of reforms in countries such as Indonesia, Canada, Argentina, and India, as well as the European Union, to illustrate how public resources can be shifted toward a low-carbon economy and sustainable development.

This report by the International Institute for Sustainable Development (IISD) examines how G20 governments can reform public support for fossil fuels to align with the Paris Agreement and Sustainable Development Goals. It provides eight case studies of reforms in consumption and production subsidies, public financing, and taxation, while offering a framework for transitioning public funds toward clean energy and social needs.

This report by the International Institute for Sustainable Development argues for the use of comprehensive wealth measures—incorporating produced, natural, human, financial, and social capital—alongside GDP to better assess Canada's long-term prosperity and sustainability.

This report by the International Institute for Sustainable Development examines eight case studies of organizations utilizing innovative technologies—including blockchain, artificial intelligence, big data, and the Internet of Things—to improve data processing and decision-making for the protection of freshwater resources.

This introductory text from the International Institute for Sustainable Development describes a storybook that explores how emerging technologies—including the Internet of Things (IoT), Artificial Intelligence (AI), big data, and blockchain—are being utilized by innovative organizations to support the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and promote sustainable policies.

This practice note provides guidance for governments in resource-rich developing countries on designing fiscal regimes for the mining sector. It specifically examines the use of tax incentives to attract investment and the associated risks of revenue loss due to overly generous terms or unintended behavioral responses from investors.

This report by the International Institute for Sustainable Development (IISD) examines the role of credit enhancement in scaling up sustainable infrastructure, particularly in developing countries. It defines credit enhancement as the transfer of project risk to creditworthy third parties to improve financial feasibility. The document identifies supply-side barriers, such as the conservative risk management and incentive structures of multilateral development banks, and demand-side challenges, including low awareness among policy-makers. It concludes that while a Universal Guarantee Facility is being discussed, empowering existing de-risking agencies and increasing domestic investor participation may be more effective strategies.

This report by the International Institute for Sustainable Development (IISD) examines policies and strategies used by governments to promote direct local employment in the mining sector. It outlines a five-step process for developing local employment policies and categorizes interventions into regulatory 'stick'-based approaches and facilitative 'carrot'-based incentives. The document emphasizes the importance of matching labour supply with industry demand, promoting gender equity and Indigenous participation, and preparing for technological shifts such as automation.

This briefing note provides background for an IISD webinar on the development and negotiation of model bilateral investment treaties (BITs). It examines why countries are revising their investment governance frameworks, the shift toward more transparent consultation processes, and the substantive changes in new-generation models aimed at protecting the right to regulate and promoting sustainable development.

This guide by the International Institute for Sustainable Development (IISD) examines the use of 'security for costs' in investor-state dispute settlement (ISDS), where tribunals require investors to deposit funds to cover a state's potential legal costs. The document analyzes the high financial burden on taxpayers, the challenges states face in obtaining such orders due to high judicial thresholds, and the impact of third-party funding. It concludes by recommending stronger, more explicit treaty language to ensure states can recover costs and prevent 'arbitral hit and run' scenarios.

This guide by the International Institute for Sustainable Development (IISD) examines the use of 'security for costs' (cautionnement pour frais) in Investor-State Dispute Settlement (ISDS). It analyzes why states seek these deposits to protect taxpayers from high defense costs and speculative claims, the legal obstacles they face due to vague arbitration rules, and the current restrictive jurisprudence of tribunals. The document concludes by recommending that states integrate specific, robust security for costs provisions into their investment treaties to ensure a more equitable balance between investors and states.

The report argues that government efforts to limit flood risk through natural infrastructure are consistent with fiduciary responsibilities and good governance. It identifies a need for frameworks to guide the selection of natural infrastructure over grey infrastructure and notes that Canada faces increasing flood risks from fluvial, pluvial, and coastal sources.