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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Re-Energizing Canada
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.
Just Energy Transition in Coal Regions Knowledge Hub
The Just Energy Transition in Coal Regions Knowledge Hub is an online platform building bridges between experts, policy-makers, the coal industry, trade unions, and civil society organizations.
Normalizing No New Fossil Fuels
There is no room for new fossil fuel projects under a 1.5°C global warming limit. New research explores how countries and the public can establish “no new fossil fuels” as a benchmark for climate leadership.
Budgeting for India’s Energy Transition
Research and analysis exploring India’s financial support for clean energy and fossil fuels.
Solarizing Irrigation in India
Solar irrigation is transforming India’s agricultural landscape by providing reliable, affordable clean energy, reducing utility financial burdens and lowering emissions.
Research
Indonesia’s Next Cooking Transition
This report compares three alternatives—induction stoves, dimethyl ether (DME), and city gas—and finds that induction stoves are the most practical and viable option to support Indonesia’s shift to cleaner, non-fossil cooking
Mapping India's Energy Policy 2025
Mapping India's Energy Policy 2025 gathers the latest available data on energy-related government support and revenues in India, including fiscal year 2023–2024.
Toward a More Responsible Critical Minerals Supply Chain Supporting Indonesia’s Energy Transition
Evidence-based policy brief on environmental, social, and governance (ESG) standards for Indonesia's nickel industry to support a responsible energy transition.
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Articles
What’s Next for Sustainable Development in 2026
IISD President and CEO, Patricia Fuller, outlines the opportunities and challenges that will shape sustainable development in 2026.
Is a New Oil Pipeline in Canada’s National Interest?
Building a new oil pipeline would impose a significant economic and environmental cost on Alberta and Canada.
How Canadian LNG Impacts the Climate: Carbon emissions, fuel switching, and cleaner alternatives
Producing liquefied natural gas (LNG) in Canada will increase domestic emissions, undermine the global energy transition, and divert resources away from climate solutions. Our expert, Steven Haig, explains.
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Experts
Christopher Beaton
Director, Energy Program, Public Financial Flows
Ivetta Gerasimchuk
Director, Energy Program, International Strategy
Philip Gass
Director, Energy Program, Just Transitions and Canada
Richard Bridle
Senior Policy Advisor
Vance Culbert
Senior Policy Advisor & COFFIS Secretariat Manager
Nichole Dusyk
Senior Policy Advisor and Lead
Tara Laan
Lead, Incentivizing Renewables
Lucky Lontoh
Senior Engagement Officer
Greg Muttitt
Senior Associate
Angela Picciariello
Senior Researcher
Shruti Sharma
Lead, Affordable Energy
Farooq Ullah
Senior Engagement Officer
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