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This factsheet outlines the fiscal impact of fuel subsidies in India, the government's targets for subsidy reduction, and a series of research reports by IISD, NIPFP, and TERI aimed at reforming diesel, LPG, and kerosene subsidies through mechanisms like cash transfers.

A guide providing an introduction to the costs and benefits of energy subsidies in Nigeria, focusing on fuel and electricity, and their impact on sustainable development and economic stability.

This briefing by the International Institute for Sustainable Development (IISD) evaluates the impact of British Columbia's carbon tax and provides recommendations for its future. The document argues that the tax has successfully reduced emissions without hindering economic growth and suggests maintaining the current policy structure while addressing emerging challenges such as natural gas expansion and price misalignment with the United States.

This report by the International Institute for Sustainable Development (IISD) provides a framework for understanding and assessing the performance of collaborative networks and communities of practice (CoPs). It distinguishes between networked governance, inter-organizational relationships, and inter-individual collaborative relationships, arguing that the latter should be assessed based on social capital, value creation, and structural evolution rather than rigid terminology.

This report by the International Institute for Sustainable Development (IISD) argues that sustainable public procurement can serve as a catalyst for peacebuilding, nation-building, and sustainable economic growth in fragile states. It highlights the significant proportion of government expenditure dedicated to procurement in these contexts and suggests that using this purchasing power to favor environmentally and socially sustainable goods can mitigate risks, combat corruption, and build local industrial capacity.

This executive summary, published by the International Institute for Sustainable Development (IISD) in August 2012, outlines the role of the private sector in the REDD+ (Reducing emissions from deforestation and forest degradation) supply chain. Based on research involving over 40 developing-country decision-makers, the document identifies motivations for private engagement, critical barriers such as land tenure, and policy recommendations to scale up private investment to mitigate climate change.

This case study examines the implementation and expansion of the Sustainable Public Procurement (SPP) program by the State Government of Sao Paulo, Brazil, detailing the legal frameworks established since 1995 and identifying areas for further improvement in reporting, accountability, and supplier management.

This research paper analyzes the compatibility of the Australian Government's Illegal Logging Prohibition Bill with World Trade Organization (WTO) rules. It examines the bill's proposals to ban illegally logged timber imports and domestic processing, while requiring due diligence from importers and processors. The authors conclude that the legislation is likely WTO-compatible provided it is implemented non-discriminatorily and does not afford protection to domestic products.

This report analyzes foreign direct investment (FDI) in the agriculture sector of the Lao People's Democratic Republic (Laos), examining the business models used by investors and their impact on economic development. It identifies a tension between macroeconomic growth and local economic development, noting that while FDI has increased agricultural output, it often fails to align with broader development goals and can negatively impact food security and local livelihoods.

This report analyzes foreign investment in agricultural land and production within the MERCOSUR member countries, focusing on Argentina, Brazil, Paraguay, and Uruguay. It examines three investment models: state-level cooperation agreements, direct private land purchases, and foreign direct investment in production via contract farming. The document highlights a general lack of reliable data on land ownership across the region, though it notes that foreign investors—primarily from within MERCOSUR—play a significant role. It further details the legislative responses of these governments to regulate foreign land acquisition, driven by global concerns over 'land-grabs' and domestic debates on food security and national sovereignty.

This report analyzes foreign investment in agricultural land and production within the MERCOSUR member states (Argentina, Brazil, Paraguay, and Uruguay). It examines three investment models: state-to-state cooperation agreements, direct land purchases by private investors, and foreign direct investment in agricultural production (primarily through contract farming). The document highlights a general lack of robust data on foreign land ownership, though it notes significant regional trends, such as the expansion of Argentine agricultural firms into Brazil and Paraguay, and the high percentage of foreign-owned land in Paraguay. It also details the varying legislative responses of these nations to restrict foreign land acquisition to protect national sovereignty and food security.

This report by the International Institute for Sustainable Development (IISD) examines the process of establishing a multistakeholder Internet public policy dialogue in Togo. It details the country's ICT landscape, the methodology used for public consultations between 2010 and 2011, and the resulting policy needs, emphasizing the gap between infrastructure growth and the lack of formal national ICT policy.

This case study examines the Sustainable Public Procurement (SPP) program of the Sao Paulo State Government, Brazil. It details the program's evolution from 2004, its legal foundations under Brazilian federal and state law, and the operational tools used to integrate socio-environmental criteria into the procurement of goods, services, and construction works. The document highlights the use of electronic systems, such as the Electronic Procurement Exchange (BEC/SP) and reverse auctions, to increase efficiency and transparency while promoting sustainable development.

This report, produced by IISD, the United Nations Environment Programme Finance Initiative, and The Blended Capital Group, proposes integrating sustainable finance and responsible investment principles into financial stability policies to create a more resilient global financial system.

This discussion guide was created by the International Institute for Sustainable Development (IISD) in June 2012 to encourage debate at the Rio+20 conference regarding the role of Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs) and the Internet in sustainable development.

This briefing describes the outcomes of the May 2012 Bonn Climate Change Conference, focusing on the initialization of the Ad Hoc Working Group on the Durban Platform for Enhanced Action (ADP) and ongoing tensions regarding the Kyoto Protocol's second commitment period and climate financing.

This discussion paper examines the intersection of sustainability and the rapid evolution of information and communications technologies (ICTs) and the Internet over the 20 years following the first Rio conference. It specifically questions how the information and communications revolution necessitates a change in the understanding of sustainability across the global economy, society, and environment.

This report and accompanying analysis from the International Institute for Sustainable Development outline the fiscal burden of fuel subsidies in Indonesia, the government's reform efforts to reduce gasoline and kerosene subsidies, and the potential for transitioning to electric induction cooking to reduce LPG subsidy costs.

This report provides a guide for policy-makers, particularly in developing countries, on how to use public spending to catalyze private investment for climate-friendly infrastructure and clean energy.

This research paper examines the politicization of rice in Southeast Asia and argues that the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) should strengthen existing information-sharing and reserve mechanisms to improve regional food security and market stability, rather than attempting full trade liberalization.