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The Next Generation of DFI Technical Assistance: Why it’s Time for Development Finance Institutions to Take a Standardised Approach

James Militzer

The past two decades have seen remarkable expansion in the scope, scale and aspiration of development finance institution technical assistance (DFI TA ). Considering these developments and the expanding scope and ambition of DFI TA, we believe there’s a strong case for a standardised approach to TA design, delivery and results measurement.

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How Forestry Companies Prove They’re Sustainable

3BL Media

In this article, we will explore various aspects of sustainable forestry certifications, including the certification process, objectives, audits, and the importance of continually raising the bar for environmental and social sustainability in the forestry industry. What is a sustainable forestry certification?

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What happens if Indigenous people say no to mining the minerals needed to run EVs?

Corporate Knights

For example, as a result of the toxic legacy of the Giant Mine gold mine in the Northwest Territories, which closed in 2004, the Yellowknives Dene First Nation has formally called on Canada for an “apology and compensation for the damage and long-lasting impact to their lands and people.” And in the U.S.,

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