International Institute for Sustainable Development (IISD)
Business Profile
Core Value Proposition
International Institute for Sustainable Development (IISD) provides independent research, policy guidance, and collaboration to solve today’s greatest sustainable development challenges and translate ideas into real-world change that leaves no one behind.
Target Customer
Governments and policymakers, international organizations, civil society and non-profit partners, Foundations and philanthropic funders, Indigenous Peoples and local communities, and private sector entities seeking evidence-based policy guidance and capacity-building.
Key Differentiator
Independent, high-quality, evidence-based research combined with practical policy guidance, capacity-building, and hands-on implementation support; a broad network of flagship initiatives (e.g., IISD-ELA, NAP Global Network, IGF) and trusted information platforms (SDG Knowledge Hub, Earth Negotiations Bulletin); commitment to inclusive governance and collaboration across Government, civil society, and private sectors.
Implementation Timeline
Implementation timelines are not explicitly stated for clients; IISD operates onboarding and outputs within its Strategic Plan 2025–2030 framework and associated initiatives.
Pain Points
- 1Bridging rigorous research with real-world policy decisions and implementation
- 2Ensuring policy guidance is inclusive, context-specific, and accessible to diverse stakeholders
- 3 coordinating cross-sector approaches to multi-dimensional sustainable development challenges (climate, nature, equity, economies, governance)
Key Features
- 1Scientific and interdisciplinary research to inform policy-making
- 2Policy guidance and context-specific advice for government decision-makers
- 3 convening and collaboration across diverse actors (government, civil society, Indigenous groups, private sector)
- 4Tools, training, and demand-driven technical support to implement policies and strategies
- 5Trusted information hubs and independent reporting (e.g., SDG Knowledge Hub, Earth Negotiations Bulletin)
Target Customer Industries
Decision Makers
- 1President and CEO
- 2Vice-President, Global Strategies and Managing Director, Europe
- 3Director, Energy Program, Just Transitions and Canada
- 4Director, Sustainable Investment
- 5Policy Advisor
- 6Lead / Senior Policy Advisor
- 7Director, IGF
- 8Director, Trade and Sustainable Development
- 9Senior Project Manager
Client Results
- 1Policy guidance and recommendations inform decision-makers in government and other institutions
- 2Case studies demonstrate community-based conservation and gender-inclusive approaches to sustainable development
- 3Development and dissemination of practical frameworks and analyses to support climate adaptation, nature-based solutions, and sustainable economies
Competitive Advantages
- 1Independent, objective, high-quality research
- 2Ability to translate research into actionable policy guidance and tools
- 3Strong global and multi-stakeholder network with flagship initiatives and information hubs
- 4Emphasis on inclusion of Indigenous Peoples, local communities, and underrepresented voices
- 5Proven track record of producing timely reporting and policy analysis (e.g., Earth Negotiations Bulletin)
Key Benefits
Case Studies & Success Stories
The howler monkeys are everywhere: How women in Belize are harnessing the power of nature to conserve their community
President of the Community Baboon Sanctuary Women’s Conservation Group discusses environmental challenges, group achievements, and community-based conservation through nature-based solutions.
Women Turning the Table on Food Loss and Waste in Kenya
A movement led by local women, with IISD experts supporting, to tackle food loss and waste through community leadership and local initiatives.
Additional Product Information
Product Description
A globally oriented, award-winning independent think tank delivering scientific research, policy analysis, and capacity-building support to advance sustainable development across climate, nature, equity, economies, and governance.
Target Market
Governments and policymakers, international organizations, civil society and NGOs, foundations, private sector partners, Indigenous Peoples and local communities, and researchers seeking practical policy insights and implementation support.
Unique Value Proposition
Combines independent, high-quality research with actionable policy guidance, tools, and capacity-building, backed by a global network and hands-on implementation support to drive real-world change in sustainable development.
Technical Requirements
Not specified in the available content.
Pricing Model
Not specified; IISD states it is funded through core and project funding from governments (including Canada and other countries), United Nations agencies, foundations, and the private sector.
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