Reducing Emissions from Deforestation and Forest Degradation
... arrangements. Eligibility for access to funds should be based on a demonstrated national commitment to REDD strategy development. Phase 2: Implementation of policies and measures (PAMs) proposed in those national REDD strategies. These activities should be supported by predictable funding from a glo ...
... arrangements. Eligibility for access to funds should be based on a demonstrated national commitment to REDD strategy development. Phase 2: Implementation of policies and measures (PAMs) proposed in those national REDD strategies. These activities should be supported by predictable funding from a glo ...
Averchenkova and Bassi 2016.pdf (opens in new window)
... credibility. These include the European Union and its individual G20 members (France, Germany, Italy and the UK), as well as South Korea. Several G20 members have determinants that are at least ‘moderately supportive’ in terms of credibility, but display a significant weakness in one determinant; th ...
... credibility. These include the European Union and its individual G20 members (France, Germany, Italy and the UK), as well as South Korea. Several G20 members have determinants that are at least ‘moderately supportive’ in terms of credibility, but display a significant weakness in one determinant; th ...
FINAL Amazon Scorecard
... 46 points on the 100-point scale for its efforts to incorporate climate change into its increasingly comprehensive corporate social responsibility profile. While the company’s reduction goals are still loosely defined, Starbucks has asserted itself in the policy and emissions accounting arenas and b ...
... 46 points on the 100-point scale for its efforts to incorporate climate change into its increasingly comprehensive corporate social responsibility profile. While the company’s reduction goals are still loosely defined, Starbucks has asserted itself in the policy and emissions accounting arenas and b ...
investment and financial flows to address climate change
... The spectre of climate change that is unfolding now is undeniably a cumulative impact of anthropogenic interference in the climate system over the last two centuries. The science is clear and the policy community is being increasingly convinced and galvanised into action to address this emergent cha ...
... The spectre of climate change that is unfolding now is undeniably a cumulative impact of anthropogenic interference in the climate system over the last two centuries. The science is clear and the policy community is being increasingly convinced and galvanised into action to address this emergent cha ...
investment and financial flows to address climate change
... The spectre of climate change that is unfolding now is undeniably a cumulative impact of anthropogenic interference in the climate system over the last two centuries. The science is clear and the policy community is being increasingly convinced and galvanised into action to address this emergent cha ...
... The spectre of climate change that is unfolding now is undeniably a cumulative impact of anthropogenic interference in the climate system over the last two centuries. The science is clear and the policy community is being increasingly convinced and galvanised into action to address this emergent cha ...
CO2-balance in the athmosphere and CO2-utilisation : an
... the surroundings in the system. It was originally defined in classical mechanics: the displacement of an object from one point to another. In chemical engineering, the equation for work has been formulised in pressure-temperature-volume systems. If the elements of work could be defined for photoener ...
... the surroundings in the system. It was originally defined in classical mechanics: the displacement of an object from one point to another. In chemical engineering, the equation for work has been formulised in pressure-temperature-volume systems. If the elements of work could be defined for photoener ...
UNEP Regional Office for Africa
... be catastrophic for Africa. The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) Emission Gap Report confirms that the current mitigation pledges – unless strengthened – will set the world on course for global warming of between 2.5 to 5°C. Further to this, there is indication that temperature rises are ...
... be catastrophic for Africa. The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) Emission Gap Report confirms that the current mitigation pledges – unless strengthened – will set the world on course for global warming of between 2.5 to 5°C. Further to this, there is indication that temperature rises are ...
Assessing the costs of adaptation to climate
... It is not a study of the full cost of avoiding all damage. It does not cover some important activities, and other activities are only partially covered. The authors suggest that their estimates are probably under-estimates and that much more study is needed. The purpose of this evaluation is to cons ...
... It is not a study of the full cost of avoiding all damage. It does not cover some important activities, and other activities are only partially covered. The authors suggest that their estimates are probably under-estimates and that much more study is needed. The purpose of this evaluation is to cons ...
Exploring comparable post-2012 reduction efforts for Annex I
... achieved in the Russian Federation and Ukraine, because their emissions have declined since 1990. The next highest reductions will be achieved in the EU, followed by Canada. Behind Canada, to a lesser extent, are Japan and the USA, for the latter of which emissions have significantly increased since ...
... achieved in the Russian Federation and Ukraine, because their emissions have declined since 1990. The next highest reductions will be achieved in the EU, followed by Canada. Behind Canada, to a lesser extent, are Japan and the USA, for the latter of which emissions have significantly increased since ...
a call to action - CDM Policy Dialogue
... an overview of information gathered from the Panel’s research findings and stakeholder consultations, as well as its conclusions. It was presented at the 69th meeting of the CDM Executive Board (September 2012) and subsequently made public. The full report, as well as the research reports and the su ...
... an overview of information gathered from the Panel’s research findings and stakeholder consultations, as well as its conclusions. It was presented at the 69th meeting of the CDM Executive Board (September 2012) and subsequently made public. The full report, as well as the research reports and the su ...
1.3 Definition of geo-engineering
... precautionary approach has been introduced recognizing that “where there is a threat of significant reduction or loss of biological diversity, lack of full scientific certainty should not be used as a reason for postponing measures to avoid or minimize such a threat”. This has been invoked in its de ...
... precautionary approach has been introduced recognizing that “where there is a threat of significant reduction or loss of biological diversity, lack of full scientific certainty should not be used as a reason for postponing measures to avoid or minimize such a threat”. This has been invoked in its de ...
Leaf Litter Under Changing Climate: Will
... affect soil biota functioning and biomass. Soil microbial responses to altered C fluxes may depend on the preexisting soil organic matter pools and nutrient availability (Hu et al. 1999; Zak et al. 2000a, 2000b) in soil. If there are CO2- and O3-induced changes in the soil microbial biomass or commu ...
... affect soil biota functioning and biomass. Soil microbial responses to altered C fluxes may depend on the preexisting soil organic matter pools and nutrient availability (Hu et al. 1999; Zak et al. 2000a, 2000b) in soil. If there are CO2- and O3-induced changes in the soil microbial biomass or commu ...
Geoengineering: Governance and Technology Policy
... Geoengineering Governance Geoengineering technologies aim to modify the Earth’s energy balance in order to reduce temperatures and counteract anthropogenic climate change through large-scale and deliberate modifications. Implementation of some of the technologies may be controlled locally, while oth ...
... Geoengineering Governance Geoengineering technologies aim to modify the Earth’s energy balance in order to reduce temperatures and counteract anthropogenic climate change through large-scale and deliberate modifications. Implementation of some of the technologies may be controlled locally, while oth ...
Doing Business while Mitigating Climate Change
... The Parties included in Annex I shall, individually or jointly, ensure that their aggregate anthropogenic carbon dioxide equivalent emissions of the greenhouse gases listed in Annex A do not exceed their assigned amounts, calculated pursuant to their quantified emission limitation and reduction comm ...
... The Parties included in Annex I shall, individually or jointly, ensure that their aggregate anthropogenic carbon dioxide equivalent emissions of the greenhouse gases listed in Annex A do not exceed their assigned amounts, calculated pursuant to their quantified emission limitation and reduction comm ...
The exchange of carbon dioxide between wet arctic - HAL-Insu
... were measured with a sonic anemometer (Solent R3, Gill Instruments Ltd., UK) at a height of 3.65 m above ground level. The concentration of H2 O and CO2 were measured with a closed-path infrared gas analyser (LI-7000, LI-COR Inc., USA). The gas analyzer was installed in a temperatureregulated case a ...
... were measured with a sonic anemometer (Solent R3, Gill Instruments Ltd., UK) at a height of 3.65 m above ground level. The concentration of H2 O and CO2 were measured with a closed-path infrared gas analyser (LI-7000, LI-COR Inc., USA). The gas analyzer was installed in a temperatureregulated case a ...
The response of natural ecosystems to the rising
... CO2. The results of this experiment support the notion that C3 species are more sensitive to SO2 than are C4 species (131). This study shows that CO2 reversed the effect of SO2 on C3 but not C4 plants, results which correlated with differences in sensitivity of stomatal conductance. The interactiono ...
... CO2. The results of this experiment support the notion that C3 species are more sensitive to SO2 than are C4 species (131). This study shows that CO2 reversed the effect of SO2 on C3 but not C4 plants, results which correlated with differences in sensitivity of stomatal conductance. The interactiono ...
"Prices vs. Quantities at the Inter-Country Level - ETH E
... The present dissertation discusses the question, which regulatory approach ought to be chosen to internalize a global externality at the inter-country level, e.g. emissions that contribute to climate change. For this purpose, we compare price (emission tax) and quantity (tradable permits) regulation ...
... The present dissertation discusses the question, which regulatory approach ought to be chosen to internalize a global externality at the inter-country level, e.g. emissions that contribute to climate change. For this purpose, we compare price (emission tax) and quantity (tradable permits) regulation ...
The rise and fall of the kyoto protocol: climate change as a political
... Abstract: This research focuses on climate change as a political process: it describes the Kyoto Protocol, its origins and ratification process in the international climate-diplomatic arena, as well as the climate strategy based on the United Nations’ framework convention on climate change, its resu ...
... Abstract: This research focuses on climate change as a political process: it describes the Kyoto Protocol, its origins and ratification process in the international climate-diplomatic arena, as well as the climate strategy based on the United Nations’ framework convention on climate change, its resu ...
Finland`s Fifth National Communication under the
... Expected impacts of climate change and adaptation measures . . . . . . 161 6.2.1 General features of the impacts on Finland . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 161 6.2.2 Adaptation measures and estimated level of adaptation by sector. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...
... Expected impacts of climate change and adaptation measures . . . . . . 161 6.2.1 General features of the impacts on Finland . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 161 6.2.2 Adaptation measures and estimated level of adaptation by sector. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...
Carbon cycle modelling and the residence time of natural
... 5. Setting the dogma baseline - CO2 measurements in ice cores In order to show that recent atmospheric CO2 levels have risen due to Man's burning of fossil fuel, it was necessary to show a significant level increase above pre-industrial CO2 levels. We saw how Callendar was able to set a baseline of ...
... 5. Setting the dogma baseline - CO2 measurements in ice cores In order to show that recent atmospheric CO2 levels have risen due to Man's burning of fossil fuel, it was necessary to show a significant level increase above pre-industrial CO2 levels. We saw how Callendar was able to set a baseline of ...
Switzerland`s Sixth National Communication and First
... its achievement of emission reduction targets for the first commitment period under the Framework Convention on Climate Change and the Kyoto Protocol. While the first commitment period has ended, Switzerland has committed to continue its emission reduction efforts. Sustainable development, and in pa ...
... its achievement of emission reduction targets for the first commitment period under the Framework Convention on Climate Change and the Kyoto Protocol. While the first commitment period has ended, Switzerland has committed to continue its emission reduction efforts. Sustainable development, and in pa ...
Coastal marine uptake of CO2 around Greenland
... process called continental shelf pump, which is a combination of solubility and biological processes. As the solubility of CO2 is greater in colder waters, the solubility of the waters is increased due to a cooling in the winter. This change in solubility can lower the pCO2 below the atmospheric sat ...
... process called continental shelf pump, which is a combination of solubility and biological processes. As the solubility of CO2 is greater in colder waters, the solubility of the waters is increased due to a cooling in the winter. This change in solubility can lower the pCO2 below the atmospheric sat ...
- National Model United Nations
... Aiskell completed her B.A. in Political Science and International Affairs in 2011 and currently works for the journal Latin American Perspectives. This will be her fourth year on staff. Tyler is completing his B.A. (Hons) in International Security and Conflict from Simon Fraser University. He is cur ...
... Aiskell completed her B.A. in Political Science and International Affairs in 2011 and currently works for the journal Latin American Perspectives. This will be her fourth year on staff. Tyler is completing his B.A. (Hons) in International Security and Conflict from Simon Fraser University. He is cur ...
The effectiveness of climate finance: a review of the Adaptation Fund
... complemented with data collected on http://climatefundsupdate.org. The review considers the recipients of funding (type of institution; geographic distribution); the level at which funds have worked; Instruments through which funding was delivered (such as grants, performance based grants; concessio ...
... complemented with data collected on http://climatefundsupdate.org. The review considers the recipients of funding (type of institution; geographic distribution); the level at which funds have worked; Instruments through which funding was delivered (such as grants, performance based grants; concessio ...
Interaction of impacts of doubling CO2 and changing regional land
... (moderate vs. mountainous) and climate (humid vs. semiarid). The latter represents an area of limited water availability under current climate conditions where the human presence is still expanding (see US Census, 2006). The former is an example of an economically developed area with, on average, su ...
... (moderate vs. mountainous) and climate (humid vs. semiarid). The latter represents an area of limited water availability under current climate conditions where the human presence is still expanding (see US Census, 2006). The former is an example of an economically developed area with, on average, su ...