Policy Briefs
Economic Tools for Increasing Nature Conservation on Private Land (SPI)
This brief by the Smart Policy Institute (SPI) explores policy tools that can help protect ecosystem services for public benefit while ensuring viable livelihoods for
UNEP Working Paper on Financing Sustainable Development: The Role of Sovereign Wealth Funds for Green Investment
Sovereign Wealth Funds (SWFs) hold total assets under management worth USD 7.5 trillion. Their potential role financing and promoting green investments and the Sustainable Development
Leveraging Public Finance for Coastal Adaptation (Deltares and GCF)
Coastal adaptation investment presents clear opportunities for social welfare improvements, particularly for densely populated areas with high levels of economic activity. This policy brief by
Economic Instruments for Protecting Species at Risk on Private Land (SPI)
Many species at risk are found on private land which presents a unique challenge compared to protection on public land. This Policy Brief by the
Economic Tools to Reduce Household Waste and Related Greenhouse Gas Emissions (SPI)
Reducing and diverting waste can be an important step in GHG mitigation and Canada’s overall climate change approach. This Policy Brief by the Smart Prosperity
Policy Brief on Sovereign Wealth Funds and Sustainable Development
Key messages: Sovereign Wealth Funds (SWFs) hold total assets under management worth US$7.5 trillion. Yet, SWFs participation in green finance has remained very low, with
