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Our dialogues, publications, and other activities on evolving and emerging policy developments in the area of sustainability, trade, and finance.

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Synergies

Welcome to Synergies, the TESS blog dedicated to promoting inclusive policy dialogue at the intersection of trade, environment, and sustainable development.

Dialogue

More and More and More: An All-Consuming History of Energy

Jean-Baptiste Fressoz shared his concerns about the green transition and the links between major energy sources.

19 November 2024
Expert View

Can the International Maritime Organization Incentivize an Equitable Transition Away From Fossil Fuel Use?

The IMO has committed to new and upgraded climate targets in its 2023 revised strategy on GHG reduction.

Tristan Smith 15 November 2024
Dialogue

Connecting the Dots: How International Cooperation on Trade and Trade Policies Can Support Action on the Global Biodiversity Framework

This session co-organized by TESS, UNCTAD, and UNEP opened the the Trade and Biodiversity Hub at the CBD COP16.

24 October 2024
Publication - Briefing Note

Carbon Markets – Trade, Climate, and Net Zero Pathways: Scenarios and Implications for Developing Countries and Climate-Resilient Development

International carbon markets hold promise to tap additional and private sector funding to developing countries.

Scott Vaughan 04 October 2024
Expert View

Why the Next Three Months Are Critical for People, Nature, and Climate

Successive and connected global summits offer a unique chance to address the biggest challenges facing our planet.

Ani Dasgupta 02 October 2024
Expert View

Reforming Financial Systems and the Transition to an Economy That Values Nature

Fundamental reforms are needed to tilt financial incentives towards nature's protection and restoration.

Ruth Davis 01 October 2024
Publication - Policy Brief

The Transition to an Economy That Values Nature

Fundamental reforms are needed for a future landscape of nature financing that supports a thriving natural world.

Ruth Davis 27 September 2024
Dialogue

Reception & Launch - Reviving Multilateralism: From Vision to Action on Trade and Sustainability at the WTO

This reception was hosted by TESS as part of Geneva Trade Week 2024

12 September 2024
Dialogue

International Cooperation on Trade, Climate, and Sustainable Development at the WTO: Pragmatic Options & Unconventional Thinking

Opening session of Geneva Trade Week 2024.

12 September 2024
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Synergies Series

Reviving Multilateralism

From Vision to Action on Trade and Sustainability at the WTO.

Climate and Trade

Addressing the Climate Crisis and Supporting Climate-Resilient Development: Where Can the Trading System Contribute?