This research introduces the concept of unilateral trade measures and their rationale, and presents their potential benefits and drawbacks. Introduction The World Bank estimates that a quarter of the global greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions come from international trade. As countries race to increase the ambition of the Nationally Determined Contributions …

This explainer dives into the evolving concept of a “just transition”. It alerts the reader to some of the different meanings that have been given to it and explains how Parties in the UNFCCC process have approached this concept over time. It also dives into the intricacies of the Just Transition Work Programme and how […]