International Institute for Sustainable Development

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A woman stands by a calm lake, looking at the water. The shirt has a floral pattern. Text reads: "Around the world, women's contributions to small-scale fisheries often go unrecognized." The image includes logos for the Climate Adaptation and Protected Areas Initiative, IISD, Wildlife Conservation Society, and WWF.
A stormwater pond with surrounded by a line of tall evergreen trees under a clear blue sky. Several small artificial island-like structures, called floating treatment wetlands, float in the centre of the pond.
Two hands are reaching toward each other, with a flowing, abstract green and blue serpent-like shape winding between them. Above the hands is the text "The water knows my name.” The background features swirling green and blue watercolor patterns.
A group of people standing together outdoors under a thatched shelter, with foliage and a road visible in the background. One person is writing on a clipboard. Text reads: “New Article: Is There a Role for Behaviour Scientists in Climate Change Adaptation Policy?” IISD logo included.
A group of people gathered in a conference setting, engaging in discussion. A central figure appears to be speaking while others listen attentively. Text overlay reads: "New Article: Stalemate on the Global Goal on Adaptation in Bonn. What does this mean for countries?" The IISD logo is displayed at the bottom.
A person walks alongside two oxen in a lush green field, surrounded by distant hills under a cloudy sky. The text reads, "New Success Story: How a National Organic Strategy is Connecting Malagasy Farming to the World." Logos for IISD, SSI, and MiASA are featured at the bottom.
A man wearing a turban crouches and harvests rice from a paddy by hand. Text overlaid reads, "New Guest Article: How Multilateral Cooperation Delivers for Food Security and Biodiversity."
Recommendations for Budget 2026 from the Green Budget Coalition including: 1. Modern, Resilient East-West Electricity Grid Based on Renewables 2. Climate-Resilient Housing 3. Strengthened Industrial Carbon Pricing 4. Combatting Plastic Pollution
This image shows a desert landscape with red sand dunes and sparse vegetation in Namibia. The sky is mostly clear with a few clouds. At the top, the logo and text read: "Climate Adaptation and Protected Areas Initiative." The bottom section announces a "New Report" titled "Nature-Based Solutions Inventory for Namibia." Logos for IISD, Wildlife Conservation Society, WWF, and the Government of Canada are displayed at the bottom.
A woman tills soil in a lush field with mountains in the background. The text on the image reads: "New Report. From Subsidies to Sustainability: Rethinking public support to agriculture in sub-Saharan Africa." The IISD logo is in the bottom left corner.
A panel discussion in progress on a stage with four people seated. A projection above shows the word "Panelists" and features images and names.
An illustration titled "Working with Indigenous Knowledge Holders to Advance Equitable & Inclusive Nature & Climate Initiatives." There are four circles of braided sweetgrass that meet at a central circle.
An underwater scene with vibrant coral and fish. The image contains text: "Today is World Ocean Day! This year’s theme is Reimagine: a call to rethink our relationship with the ocean and take meaningful action to protect it. That includes rethinking the policies, rules, and incentives that govern it." The IISD logo is at the bottom.
A large conference room with curved seating is filled with people attending a meeting. The room features the United Nations Climate Change Conference emblem prominently on the wall. The text on the image reads: "Inside the 2026 Bonn Climate Meetings: Key issues to watch as negotiators meet for the 64th sessions of the Subsidiary Bodies of the UNFCCC." The IISD logo is in the corner.
Three women sit on a stage during a panel. One woman holds a microphone and speaks to an audience (not pictured). The other two women watch her as she speaks and listen.
Two individuals sit at a table with microphones at a World Trade Organization event. The table has a nameplate labeled "Natalie Jones." The WTO logo is visible on the backdrop and the table.
Four individuals are seated at a panel table at a conference. In front of them are nameplates with their names: Takashi Sashida, Pritam Banerjee, and Ieva Baršauskaitė. The backdrop features the logo and name of the World Trade Organization (WTO).
A fishing net filled with fish on a boat with a stack of coiled ropes nearby. Text overlaid reads, "Today is the International Day for the Fight Against Illegal, Unreported, and Unregulated (IUU) Fishing. This is a reminder of how much is at stake for our oceans and the people who rely on them, now and for generations to come."
The image features a quote: "It's no use being a secure supplier of a product people no longer need." Below the quote are names and titles: Patricia Fuller, President and CEO, IISD; Chris Severson-Baker, Executive Director, Pembina Institute; and Daniel Rotman, Director General, Équiterre. The background shows industrial structures with a cloudy sky. IISD logo is at the bottom left.
A woman smiling, carrying a basket of tomatoes on her head in a field. Text above reads, "New Channel. Connect with IISD on Instagram." IISD logo and Instagram icon are visible.
Aerial view showing a stark contrast between a deforested area with cut logs and a dense green forest. A dirt path separates the two sections. Text overlay reads: "New Article - Rethinking the Global Response to Deforestation." The IISD logo is at the bottom.
A busy European port at sunset, with numerous cranes lining both sides of the waterway. The orange and blue sky reflects on the water. Text overlaid reads: "Made in Europe Procurement Rules: Under what conditions can they deliver for climate and competitiveness?" The IISD logo is in the bottom left corner.
A flooded street with buildings and trees partially submerged. Text below reads, "Weathering the Waters: Building climate resilience that pays off. Tuesday, June 2, 2026, from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. CDT at the Winnipeg Art Gallery." Logos for IISD and the Max Bell Foundation are at the bottom.
Two women walk together down a tree-lined street. The air is thick with smog. Text overlaid reads, "New Article. Linking Health and Climate Action. Five recommendations for COP 31 from Santa Marta."
A group of people sit around a large, rectangular conference table in a meeting room. Each person has papers and microphones in front of them. A projector is on the table's edge. Nameplates are visible on the table, but no specific names are legible. Some individuals are speaking while others listen attentively.
Three individuals are seated on stage in a panel discussion setting. One person on the left gestures while holding a microphone. The person in the center is holding a microphone and looking outward. The individual on the right is wearing patterned attire and listening attentively. A large black backdrop and a speaker are visible in the foreground.
Large rocks on the shore of a sandy beach. There is a lake that stretches out into the horizon.
A pipeline goes through a snowy forest. There are evergreen trees and mountains in the background. Text overlaid reads, "'We cannot close the biodiversity finance gap while continuing to spend trillions on incentives that undermine nature. Reforming environmentally harmful subsidies is one of the biggest opportunities governments have to align public finance with long-term resilience, equity, and sustainability.' Nathalie Bernasconi-Osterwalder, IISD, Vice-President, Global Strategies and Managing Director, Europe."
A man walks through the UN General Assembly.
A person holding a jar with a red label while another person points at it in a store aisle. The background shows shelves filled with various products. The text reads "New Report: Addressing Greenwashing Through Regulations. Reliability of sustainability claims." Logos for IISD and State of Sustainability Initiatives are present.
Text on a blue background: "The communities most exposed to climate impacts often have the least say in their future. Closing that gap is at the heart of locally led adaptation, which places communities at the centre of climate adaptation decision making."
The International Court of Justice building in The Hague, Netherlands: A historic building with gothic architecture in the background and a garden in the foreground. Text on the image reads: “What does the ICJ Advisory Opinion on climate change mean for: Climate change adaptation, Environmental impact assessments, Environmentally harmful subsidies, International investment law, and Multilateral environmental agreements?” The IISD logo is visible at the bottom.
Exterior of the Office of the Prime Minister and Privy Council of Canada. There are concrete stairs leading to a large, dark wooden door and a column with a plaque. Text overlaid reads, "Statement. MOU Agreement Erodes the Last Pillar of Canadian Climate Policy."
Quote from IISD Policy Advisor, Steven Haig saying, "An effective industrial carbon price of $130 by 2030 is the bare minimum for serious climate action. A strong price on pollution can drive clean investment across the country—today's news puts that in jeopardy."
A ship sails through the Strait of Hormuz. There are rocky mountains in the background. Text overlaid reads, “Unless the gap between short-term gains and long-term resilience is addressed, food systems will remain optimized for productivity and affordability but highly vulnerable to shocks.” Attributed to Claire McConnell, Policy Advisor, IISD.
A person is examining a report with charts and graphs in an office setting. A computer screen displays visitor activity statistics. The image includes text: "Building Blocks of Digital Trade Regulation Series No. 4," "New Report," and "Data and Digital Trade Law: Balancing rules, policy space, and development." The IISD logo is visible at the bottom.
The image features a quote: "We are committed to fast-tracking the green transition. By prioritizing international partnership, we ensure that no nation navigates this shift alone." Attributed to Professor Joseph Stiglitz, Nobel Laureate in Economics. The logos of IISD and Friedrich Ebert Stiftung are present.
A river with shrubs and trees lining it. Text overlaid reads, "THIS MONTH’S CASES. Chevron to collect over USD 200 million in decade-old arbitration by Ben Hefter. Spentech Engineering Limited v. United Arab Emirates: The standard for manifest lack of legal merit under Rule 41, by Vismaya Hari. Consent after denunciation—jurisdiction and damages, by Meher Tandon."
IISD. Trade + Sustainability Hub 2026. Session recordings now available.
A scenic landscape of grassy fields with distant hills under a clear sky is shown. Overlaid text reads: "Lunch & Learn - Natural Asset Management for Municipal Administrators. Free | Online. Fridays, May 15, 22 & 29, 11:30 - 12:30 MT." The image includes logos for the Natural Assets Initiative and a QR code for registration.
A woman stands in shallow water facing a mangrove forest. Text overlaid read, "New Brief: Mangrove Restoration. Safeguards for climate-resilient ecosystems and communities." Logos of IISD, Socodevi, and Canada are visible at the bottom.