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Shorter Is Better
22 May 2012
The 2020 deadline for the entry into force of legally binding commitments for all Parties is too late to meet the 2°C target unless pre-2020 ambition can be urgently and equitably increased. To do so, developed countries must step up in the KP and LCA, while the ADP can also help raise ambition in mitigation […]
CAN Side Event: Pathway to Qatar and 2015
22 May 2012
18:15-19:45 – Wind How to build a workplan across KP, LCA and ADP to ensure a successful 2015 protocol ― Facilitator : Niranjali, CIEL ― Equity : Tim Gore, Oxfam ― Mitigation : Wael Hmaidan, CAN ― Support : Mahlet Eyassu, Forum for Environment, Ethiopia ― Elements of a 2012-2015 Workplan : Wendel Trio, CAN […]
“CAN Collectibles”: Iran
22 May 2012
New and Improved Formula! Fast Facts About Countries That Can Increase Their Ambition in Qatar! Impress Your Friends! Confuse Your Enemies! National term of greeting: Joon Annual bread consumption: 160 kilograms per person Annual rice consumption: 35 kilograms per person Best things about Iran: Sun, Forest, Snow and Desert all in one place at […]
Two for the Price of None
21 May 2012
Over the past week, we’ve heard discussions in a variety of forums here in Bonn on how to address the urgency of climate change by increasing emissions reductions and mo-bilizing enough climate finance to help fund the transition to a climate resilient future for all. Well, ECO has found just the source to help both […]
From Tokyo to Bonn: A Target Heard ‘Round the World
21 May 2012
In Bonn, while most nations are clarifying their pledges, as agreed, Japan is not saying a word about its 25% target. We know that Japan has been revising its 2030 energy strategy. While we welcome the intensive discussion on that, we hope that Japan also contributes to the discussion we are having here – reduction […]
Durban’s Legacy: Get On With It
21 May 2012
After a tumultuous week, ECO is concerned that some Parties might be in danger of losing sight of the forest amongst the trees. ECO would like to remind parties that in Durban they set themselves a tall order to undertake a LOT of work this year – now is the time to stop the shenanigans, […]
Keep Ambition on the Agenda(s)!
21 May 2012
ECO is gravely concerned that the Emissions Gap continues to grow, and that there is insufficient political will to close it as urgently as possible. ECO insists that we must have greater action from developed countries under the Kyoto Protocol and LCA, and is concerned that some countries appear to be running away from these […]
Science marries Politics
21 May 2012
Jugendbündnis Zukunftsenergie – Youth Alliance for Future Energy, and other YOUNGO members held a wedding to "marry" political action to what science indicates is necessary to limit severe climate impacts, united by their love of a FAB deal in the UNFCCC.
Mmmmm mmmmm MRV!
19 May 2012
Developing countries have long insisted on the need for transparent and coordinated provision of financial support, to enable independent review of the extent to which commitments are fulfilled, as well as maximise the effectiveness of the funding. Moreover, transparency is vital to ensuring that the funds are equitably distributed over all developing countries in need […]
“CAN Collectibles”: South Africa
19 May 2012
We Put the “fun” in “Mitigashun”! Fast Facts About Countries That Can Increase Their Ambition in Qatar! Bonus Double Saturday Edition! National term of greeting: Howzit? / Heyta! Annual alcohol consumption: >200 litres per person per year (beer equivalent) Annual cheese consumption: We prefer meat. Best things about South Africa: Sun, surf, sand (take that, […]