IISD Energy @energy.iisd.org · 09/10/2026Understanding carbon pricing means looking at how it connects with people, livelihoods, energy systems, and the wider economy. Recognizing these links helps us look at carbon pricing from different perspectives to support a fair transition. 🧵 100
IISD Energy @energy.iisd.org · 08/10/2026G20 economies are vital to advancing sustainable finance—but tracking commitments & outcomes is key to assess progress. A new pilot looks to create a shared framework across 4 pillars: 📗Commitments 🔨Implementation 💰Outcomes 🙍♀️Impact 📗 @i4ce.bsky.social www.i4ce.org/en/publicati... 000
IISD Energy @energy.iisd.org · 02/10/2026Viet Nam’s Department of Climate Change, Ministry of Agriculture & IISD have signed an MoU to advance technical cooperation on carbon pricing and carbon markets. The partnership will bring evidence and expertise to support Viet Nam’s carbon market development. 🧵1/2 100
IISD Energy @energy.iisd.org · 01/10/2026📢Today, Canada named the Pacific Link west coast oil pipeline as a project of national interest & fast-tracked its development. This move puts into sharp focus the gov't’s support for fossil fuels over renewable energy—& the climate & economic risks this brings. 🧵 110
IISD Energy @energy.iisd.org · 01/10/2026Where should Mexico invest public money to strengthen energy security? New analysis finds oil & gas targets could lose USD 17.4bn over 15 years, while clean electricity could save USD 1.6bn/year in gas imports. Find out how: www.iisd.org/publications... 010
IISD Energy @energy.iisd.org · 29/09/2026📣Today, the owners of LNG Canada Phase 2 & the Coastal Gaslink (CGL) pipeline announced plans to proceed with expansion & double capacity. But who ultimately carries the risks for these decisions? Behind the headlines, taxpayer dollars & Canada’s climate goals are on the line. 🧵 @iisd.org 101
IISD Energy @energy.iisd.org · 28/09/2026📣This Wednesday—How can countries address macroeconomic & financial barriers + turn commitments to transition away from fossil fuels into action? Explore practical approaches with sessions for: 🌏Asia, EU, Africa: us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi... 🌎Americas, EU, Africa: us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi... 000
IISD Energy @energy.iisd.org · 25/09/2026📣On the sidelines of the UN General Assembly this week, countries & civil society met to prepare for the Second International Conference on the Just Transition Away from Fossil Fuels (TAFF-2). Here is what we learned.🧵 #ClimateWeekNYC 100
IISD Energy @energy.iisd.org · 24/09/2026"You have to find ways to support populations, but fossil fuel subsidies...are extremely expensive & most benefits flow to people who don’t need them." IISD's Vance Culbert & @wedonthavetime.wsocial.eu discuss subsidies, costs, & the fossil fuel transition. #ClimateWeekNYC youtu.be/X9HyXAlckeg?... 011
IISD Energy @energy.iisd.org · 23/09/2026Turning commitments to transition away from fossil fuels➡️action requires the right financial incentives, investment, & fiscal space. Next week explore practical approaches with sessions for: 🌏Asia, EU, Africa us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi... 🌎Americas, EU, Africa us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi... 000
IISD Energy @energy.iisd.org · 18/09/2026Canada needs ~CAD 125bn–140bn/year in investment to achieve net-zero by 2050. IISD's Jessica Kelly speaks with @environmentaldefence.ca about what makes a taxonomy effective. ➕ Read our recent report: www.iisd.org/publications... 001
IISD Energy @energy.iisd.org · 18/09/2026What will it take to move from commitment ➡️implementation in the transition away from fossil fuels? During Climate Week NYC, IISD’s Vance Culbert joins We Don’t Have Time to discuss how the Santa Marta process can turn momentum to action. 📆Sept. 24 🕣8:30am EST www.wedonthavetime.org/events/clima... 021
IISD Energy @energy.iisd.org · 17/09/2026Technical systems are not socially neutral. At the Global Coalition for Social Justice Annual Forum, IISD's @philgass.bsky.social explains when it comes to carbon pricing monitoring, reporting, & verification systems; who informs design, can comply, & benefits, all matter for equity & inclusion. 101
IISD Energy @energy.iisd.org · 14/09/2026Canada holds some of the world's most promising offshore wind resources. Clear regulations & licencing processes—including prohibiting development in marine protected & conserved areas—can help develop the industry + protect Canada's oceans. 📗 www.iisd.org/publications... 010
IISD Energy @energy.iisd.org · 14/09/2026What makes an inclusive EV transition work? 🔑Predictable policy 💰Accessible financing 🎯Incentives targeted to local mobility needs New analysis finds tailoring support to how vehicles are used can help BRICS+ countries keep EV transitions on track. 📗 www.iisd.org/publications... 010
IISD Energy @energy.iisd.org · 13/09/2026True energy abundance means resilient renewables that: 🔌 expand domestic supply, 💰 cut costs, & 🌎 reduce exposure to fossil fuel shocks. Ahead of G20 Energy Abundance Ministerial, here are 4 steps to unlock benefits. 👇 @nataliejones.bsky.social www.iisd.org/publications... 000
IISD Energy @energy.iisd.org · 11/09/2026What can Germany, Türkiye, China & India teach us about energy security? New analysis finds clean energy support is saving major energy importers billions while cutting exposure to fossil fuel shocks. Watch 👇 🔗 Learn more: www.iisd.org/publications... 010
IISD Energy @energy.iisd.org · 10/09/2026📣 Yesterday, the Government of Manitoba released its first Climate Action Plan—a sign that Canadian governments do not need to abandon their climate goals to become destinations for investment. 🧵 1/5 @philgass.bsky.social 143
IISD Energy @energy.iisd.org · 10/09/2026Canada's unfinished offshore energy rules risk cooling investment interest at a crucial moment. By delivering clear guidance on offshore wind + aligning regulations & licencing processes across jurisdictions, Canada can build investor confidence & momentum. 📗 www.iisd.org/publications... 000
IISD Energy @energy.iisd.org · 10/09/2026EV subsidies often support people who can already afford cars. 🆕 research finds at least 7 BRICS+ countries are steering support toward buses, two-wheelers, & shared transport instead—modes widely used by lower- & middle-income groups. Learn more: www.iisd.org/publications... 010
IISD Energy @energy.iisd.org · 09/09/2026If developed well, Nova Scotia offshore wind areas could provide up to 40 GW of electricity—a quarter of Canada’s existing power capacity. How can Canada unlock this world-class wind resource waiting to be developed? 👇 www.iisd.org/publications... 000
IISD Energy @energy.iisd.org · 09/09/2026Canada is shifting away from offshore oil & gas. Production in Newfoundland has fallen more than 40% since 2007, accounting for just 4% of 🍁 crude oil. Offshore wind potential—among the highest in the 🌎—offers new opportunities but the right regulations are needed.👇 www.iisd.org/publications... 001
IISD Energy @energy.iisd.org · 09/09/2026🛺🔌With most BRICS+ economies importing their oil, EVs—are an economic & energy security imperative. Targeted EV support for affordable transport—scooters, e-bikes, public transport—can ⬇️ oil dependence + ensure low-income families benefit. New analysis: www.iisd.org/publications... 000
IISD Energy @energy.iisd.org · 09/09/2026There's no one-size-fits-all EV policy—it depends on how people travel & what will deliver the greatest benefit. Across BRICS+ countries, 2 pathways stand out: 🛵 Make personal EVs accessible 🚍 Electrify public & shared transport New analysis: www.iisd.org/publications... 000
IISD Energy @energy.iisd.org · 02/09/2026📣 Canada’s government is extending its gas tax holiday into 2027, but the policy is not delivering the affordability relief Canadians need. With Canadians facing high energy costs, government support is critical—but it should be targeted to the households that need it most. 🧵1/5 1126
IISD Energy @energy.iisd.org · 29/08/2026The final edition of Carbon Minefields shows new exploration licensing continues, even as IEA expects oil demand to peak by 2030. In the past 12 months, 768 exploration licences were awarded, tied to resources that could emit around 1,510 MtCO₂. www.iisd.org/publications... @olivier-bvk.bsky.social 010
IISD Energy @energy.iisd.org · 28/08/2026TMX shows that the environmental & economic costs of a pipeline must not be overlooked. If the private sector is not willing to take on the risk of building a new oil pipeline, then neither should policy-makers. 5/5 www.iisd.org/articles/dee... 020
IISD Energy @energy.iisd.org · 28/08/2026Discounted tolls that fail to cover the full project costs could cost Canadian taxpayers between CAD 8.7 and CAD 18.8 billion over the life of the project. 4/5 120
IISD Energy @energy.iisd.org · 28/08/2026TMX is costly, diverting resources from the energy transition. TMX’s construction costs greatly exceeded initial estimates, rising from CAD 5.4 billion to CAD 34.2 billion at project completion. 3/5 110
IISD Energy @energy.iisd.org · 28/08/2026Canadians spent CAD 34.2bn on TMX & the project was subject to lengthy delays. EVs are already driving a shift away from oil, with 1 in 4 new cars sold globally being electric in 2025 (IEA). With oil demand expected to peak around 2030. A new pipeline is likely to face a declining market. 2/5 110
IISD Energy @energy.iisd.org · 28/08/2026 Before Canada builds a new publicly-owned pipeline, it should consider the economic and environmental costs of the last one. The Trans Mountain Pipeline (TMX) was argued to be a major national investment, but the receipts tell a different story. ➡️🧵1/5 141
IISD Energy @energy.iisd.org · 20/08/2026If built, Canada’s West Coast oil pipeline wouldn’t come online until 2032 at the earliest. And as long-term oil market trends indicate, it could enter a market where demand is already declining. Learn more: www.iisd.org/articles/dee... 5/5 000
IISD Energy @energy.iisd.org · 20/08/2026Meanwhile, in China, EV sales have already reduced reliance on imported fuels with uptake displacing 1 million barrels per day of oil in 2025 and set to displace 4 million barrels per day in 2035. 4/5 100
IISD Energy @energy.iisd.org · 20/08/2026Alberta & Canada have a 90% stake in the planned West Coast pipeline, estimated to cost between CAD 35.2 bn & CAD 43.7 bn. Yet, Canada is among the highest-cost major oil producers & with 🌎 demand expected to peak by 2030, may have difficulty competing with lower-cost alternatives long-term. 2/5 100
IISD Energy @energy.iisd.org · 20/08/2026Who will pay for a new pipeline in Canada? The answer is overwhelmingly taxpayers—and returns on investment don’t look promising. With oil pipelines in the news this week, here are a couple things to keep in mind: 🧵1/5 141
IISD Energy @energy.iisd.org · 15/08/2026#Hiring | We are looking for a Policy Analyst to support work on the fossil fuel transition! Responsibilities include ➡️contributing to research & producing briefs, blogs, etc ➡️planning engagements & liaising with partners ➡️more! Learn more & apply: iisd.bamboohr.com/careers/928 000
IISD Energy @energy.iisd.org · 12/08/2026Indonesia aims to shift 2–5M homes to induction stoves by 2027 to cut its USD 5.9B LPG subsidy bill. New research from BRIN Indonesia, Policy Practice, & IISD finds that on a true, unsubsidized basis, induction stoves are cheaper than LPG: 🧵1/3 👇 100
IISD Energy @energy.iisd.org · 10/08/2026As Canada plans new oil pipelines, EVs are changing the market. In China alone, EVs displaced 1mn barrels/day of oil in 2025, with 4mn expected in 2035. 🌎 oil demand is expected to peak by 2030. If built, Canada's West Coast pipeline faces a ⬇️ market. 📗 www.iisd.org/articles/dee... 031
IISD Energy @energy.iisd.org · 07/08/2026The Strait of Hormuz crisis presents new warnings for billions in Canadian investments in oil & gas. New analysis finds support for retrofits, grids, & renewables, can improve energy security & affordability, + reduce fossil fuel reliance. Learn more: www.iisd.org/articles/dee... 031
IISD Energy @energy.iisd.org · 07/08/2026Canada is looking to expand LNG—yet global markets face oversupply + weakening demand outlooks. In Germany, for example, gas demand is already ⬇️ & in 2025 demand was ~13.5% below the 2018-2021 average. Public money for LNG facilities ⬆️ public risk. 📗 www.iisd.org/articles/dee... 010
IISD Energy @energy.iisd.org · 06/08/2026Canada's oil & gas sector needs high prices to be viable. To breakeven producers need: ➡️Oil at USD 40/ barrel ➡️LNG at USD 9 to 12/ thousand cubic feet As the outlook for demand ⬇️ & supply ⬆️, public money for oil & gas carries real risk. New analysis: www.iisd.org/articles/dee... 001
IISD Energy @energy.iisd.org · 06/08/2026In the wake of the Strait of Hormuz crisis Canada is looking to expand its oil & gas sector. New analysis warns the export market may be shrinking as countries look to renewables as a more secure and affordable energy source. Learn more: www.iisd.org/articles/dee... 063
IISD Energy @energy.iisd.org · 06/08/2026When energy prices rise gov'ts need to act fast—yet fossil fuel subsidies ⬆️ exposure to future shocks. A better path: 👪 Prioritize support for the vulnerable 💰 Incentivize renewables 🔎 Ensure any fossil fuel support is targeted, transparent, & time-bound New report: www.iisd.org/publications... 121
IISD Energy @energy.iisd.org · 05/08/2026Canada is close to fast-tracking a new West Coast pipeline by naming it a project of national interest. Yet the previous purchase of the Trans Mountain Pipeline (TMX) has shown returns on investment are unlikely to be significant and taxpayers could be left footing a multi-billion-dollar bill. 🧵1/5 131
IISD Energy @energy.iisd.org · 04/08/2026Fossil fuel subsidies are hard to shift & with many originating in int'l agreements reform requires 🌎action. Following ⬆️pressure, the Netherlands formed a coalition to take action. Kim Solberg, @ministerieezk.bsky.social shares what led to the launch ➕ what has changed. www.iisd.org/articles/dee... 021
IISD Energy @energy.iisd.org · 03/08/2026Indonesia's long-term competitiveness will also depend on embedding strong environmental, social, and governance principles across the critical minerals value chain. Stronger governance, transparency, and oversight will be key to attracting responsible investment. 2/3 100
IISD Energy @energy.iisd.org · 03/08/2026Indonesia holds 42% of the 🌎's nickel reserves. As the demand for EV batteries grows, the country has a huge economic opportunity to drive investment, create jobs, & strengthen its position in the clean energy supply chain—but mineral wealth alone isn't enough. 🧵1/3 www.iisd.org/articles/new... 100
IISD Energy @energy.iisd.org · 31/07/2026Last month, Libya concluded its 1st oil & gas licensing round since 2007 with reserves estimated to be the largest in Africa. If fully developed & burned this could release 82.2 MtCO2. Meanwhile, concerns over stranded assets also signal economic risk. 👇 www.iisd.org/publications... 000
IISD Energy @energy.iisd.org · 23/07/2026The Belém Mission to 1.5, launched at COP30, explores how countries can strengthen ambition & implementation of NDCs & NAPs. Here are 6 recommendations we submitted to this process:👇 1️⃣Reform fossil fuel subsidies & redirect public money to clean, resilient development 🧵1/3 iisd.org/publications... 233
IISD Energy @energy.iisd.org · 15/07/2026⚠️ Climate risks affect every Canadian financial institution—they should be disclosed. Australia shows how legislation can help create alignment across the economy and drive participation in taxonomy uptake and transition planning. 📗 @iisd.org www.iisd.org/publications... 000