This document summarizes discussions at the COP20 climate change conference in Lima, Peru. Key topics discussed included: climate finance and the Green Climate Fund; elements of the new climate agreement under the ADP, including long-term mitigation goals, differentiation of commitments, and support for implementation; and advancing the draft text of the new agreement. Parties debated issues such as commitment timeframes, carbon budgeting approaches, and principles of common but differentiated responsibilities.
This document summarizes the twelfth session of the UN General Assembly Open Working Group on Sustainable Development Goals, which took place from June 16-20, 2014. During informal sessions over the course of the week, delegates considered proposed goals 7-17 and provided feedback on revisions to goals 1-6. The Co-Chairs presented revised goals and targets for review and indicated that an updated "zero draft" would be released by June 30th. While progress was made, delegates did not want to discuss revisions until reviewing the complete package. The Co-Chairs expressed confidence that the working group would agree on a set of goals and targets by the final meeting in July.
This document discusses the prospects for a new international climate agreement. It notes that climate negotiations are extremely complex, covering issues like development, energy, trade, and more. The current UN process involves two working groups addressing mitigation, adaptation, finance, and more. Reaching agreement has been difficult due to gaps between developed and developing countries over responsibility for emissions reductions and finance. The Cancun conference in 2010 will be important for rebuilding trust in the UN process and making progress toward a new global climate regime.
After represented Indonesian Youth in COP15 Climate Change Conference, Yangki Suara give a presentation in Padjadjaran University about Copenhagen Accord.
Report on Warsaw is a summary of the negotiations that transpired at COP19, the 19th session of the Conference of the Parties to the UNFCCC and the 9th session of the Conference of the Parties serving as the Meeting of the Parties to the Kyoto Protocol, which was held Nov. 11-22, 2013 in Warsaw, Poland.
The Copenhagen Agreement is a document that delegates at the 15th session of the Conference of Parties (COP 15) to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change agreed to "take note of" at the final plenary on 18 December 2009.
The Accord, drafted by, on the one hand, the United States and on the other, in a united position as the BASIC countries (China, India, South Africa, and Brazil), is not legally binding and does not commit countries to agree to a binding successor to the Kyoto Protocol, whose round ended in 2012.
The document provides an overview of global and national interactions related to climate change politics. At the global level, it discusses the key players in producing climate change evidence like the IPCC and scientific journals. It also outlines several important international agreements on climate change like the UNFCCC, Kyoto Protocol, and Paris Agreement. At the national level, it examines the climate policies and commitments of governments in countries like the US, China, Canada, and Australia at both the federal and state/provincial levels. It provides details on the key climate plans and initiatives of these different governments.
Report on Copenhagen COP15 is a summary of events that transpired in Dec. 2009 at the UNFCCC Conference of the Parties (COP15) including drafting of the Copenhagen Accord and subsequent public discourse.
Canada provides international cooperation to developing countries through various government agencies and
programs. The key agency is the Canadian International Development Agency (CIDA) which manages about 80%
of Canada's international assistance funding. CIDA supports sustainable development projects in over 120 countries
related to economic and social development, environment, and governance. Canada also funds international
organizations and projects proposed by Canadian partners. Priority is given to capacity building to ensure benefits
are sustained. The International Development Research Centre complements CIDA by funding research to help
developing countries find practical solutions to problems. Canada consults various stakeholders and recipient
countries to inform its policies and programs.
This document summarizes the twelfth session of the UN General Assembly Open Working Group on Sustainable Development Goals, which took place from June 16-20, 2014. During informal sessions over the course of the week, delegates considered proposed goals 7-17 and provided feedback on revisions to goals 1-6. The Co-Chairs presented revised goals and targets for review and indicated that an updated "zero draft" would be released by June 30th. While progress was made, delegates did not want to discuss revisions until reviewing the complete package. The Co-Chairs expressed confidence that the working group would agree on a set of goals and targets by the final meeting in July.
This document discusses the prospects for a new international climate agreement. It notes that climate negotiations are extremely complex, covering issues like development, energy, trade, and more. The current UN process involves two working groups addressing mitigation, adaptation, finance, and more. Reaching agreement has been difficult due to gaps between developed and developing countries over responsibility for emissions reductions and finance. The Cancun conference in 2010 will be important for rebuilding trust in the UN process and making progress toward a new global climate regime.
After represented Indonesian Youth in COP15 Climate Change Conference, Yangki Suara give a presentation in Padjadjaran University about Copenhagen Accord.
Report on Warsaw is a summary of the negotiations that transpired at COP19, the 19th session of the Conference of the Parties to the UNFCCC and the 9th session of the Conference of the Parties serving as the Meeting of the Parties to the Kyoto Protocol, which was held Nov. 11-22, 2013 in Warsaw, Poland.
The Copenhagen Agreement is a document that delegates at the 15th session of the Conference of Parties (COP 15) to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change agreed to "take note of" at the final plenary on 18 December 2009.
The Accord, drafted by, on the one hand, the United States and on the other, in a united position as the BASIC countries (China, India, South Africa, and Brazil), is not legally binding and does not commit countries to agree to a binding successor to the Kyoto Protocol, whose round ended in 2012.
The document provides an overview of global and national interactions related to climate change politics. At the global level, it discusses the key players in producing climate change evidence like the IPCC and scientific journals. It also outlines several important international agreements on climate change like the UNFCCC, Kyoto Protocol, and Paris Agreement. At the national level, it examines the climate policies and commitments of governments in countries like the US, China, Canada, and Australia at both the federal and state/provincial levels. It provides details on the key climate plans and initiatives of these different governments.
Report on Copenhagen COP15 is a summary of events that transpired in Dec. 2009 at the UNFCCC Conference of the Parties (COP15) including drafting of the Copenhagen Accord and subsequent public discourse.
Canada provides international cooperation to developing countries through various government agencies and
programs. The key agency is the Canadian International Development Agency (CIDA) which manages about 80%
of Canada's international assistance funding. CIDA supports sustainable development projects in over 120 countries
related to economic and social development, environment, and governance. Canada also funds international
organizations and projects proposed by Canadian partners. Priority is given to capacity building to ensure benefits
are sustained. The International Development Research Centre complements CIDA by funding research to help
developing countries find practical solutions to problems. Canada consults various stakeholders and recipient
countries to inform its policies and programs.
The Paris Agreement is an agreement within the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change dealing with greenhouse gas emissions mitigation, adaptation and finance starting in 2020. 194 countries have signed it, with 127 ratifying it, and it went into effect in November 2016. The agreement aims to limit global warming to well below 2°C by reducing emissions through nationally determined contributions that are reported every 5 years. However, the contributions are not legally binding and there is no enforcement if countries do not meet their targets.
US-China Joint Glasgow Declaration on Enhancing Climate Action in the 2020sEnergy for One World
The United States and China recognize the seriousness of the climate crisis based on scientific reports. They commit to tackling it through accelerated climate actions and cooperation under the UNFCCC and Paris Agreement to limit global warming to 1.5 degrees C. Specifically, both countries intend to:
1) Cooperate on policies and technologies to reduce emissions such as electric vehicles and carbon capture.
2) Develop plans to significantly reduce methane emissions through measurement, policies, and research cooperation.
3) Collaborate on transitioning to renewable and efficient electricity including through supporting intermittent renewables and transmission.
The document discusses the UNFCCC process and current climate change negotiations. It provides an overview of key terms and organizations involved in the UNFCCC including the COP, Kyoto Protocol, AWG-KP, and AWG-LCA. The current negotiations are focused on establishing further commitments beyond the first commitment period of the Kyoto Protocol from 2012-2020, as well as addressing long-term cooperative action on mitigation, adaptation, technology transfer, and financing under the Bali Action Plan through both the AWG-KP and AWG-LCA tracks.
The document discusses the evolution of international agreements on climate change from the Kyoto Protocol in 1997 to the Paris Agreement in 2015. It outlines key developments and decisions at conferences of parties, including establishing the Bali Roadmap in 2007, the Copenhagen Accord in 2009 which did not reach a binding agreement, and the Doha Amendment in 2012 which established a second commitment period for the Kyoto Protocol. Finally, it summarizes India's Intended Nationally Determined Contribution which it communicated in 2015, including targets to reduce emissions intensity and increase non-fossil fuel energy capacity by 2030.
New agreement and key considerations (Paris climate agreement)IIED
This is a presentation by IIED principal researcher Dr Achala Abeysinghe that summarises the draft Paris climate package and key considerations at country level.
The presentation was made at the UNEP Southeast Asia Network of Climate Change Offices (SEAN-CC) workshop in Bangkok and the UNEP Central Asia Pre-COP workshop in Almaty on 2 and 5 November 2015 respectively.
More details: http://www.iied.org/helping-vulnerable-countries-achieve-equitable-solutions-climate-law-policy-making-processes
At un climate talks, china and the us pledge to increase cooperationaditi agarwal
The U.S. And China can even revive a working institution so one can meet regularly to deal with the climate disaster and strengthen the multilateral procedure
This document summarizes discussions from the 2021 United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP26) in Glasgow. It acknowledges the urgent need to strengthen climate action and support for developing countries based on the latest science. Key points include: recognizing that impacts are already occurring at 1.1°C of warming; stressing the need to scale up adaptation funding and actions; welcoming increased pledges but noting more is needed, especially to double adaptation funding; and reaffirming commitments to limit warming to 1.5°C through deep global emissions reductions.
IISD Summary of side events- Tuesday, March 20thuncsd2012
This document summarizes side events at a UN conference on sustainable development. It discusses:
1) A panel on enhancing civil society engagement in sustainable development governance that addressed reforming UN bodies and establishing a new Council on Sustainable Development. Participants also discussed corporate influence and youth/poverty input.
2) A session on education for sustainable development that highlighted its role in transforming societies and addressed national ESD programs, green society approaches, and moving beyond schools.
3) An event on sustainable cities that featured examples of slum upgrading in Kenya and local initiatives in low-income communities, emphasizing community challenges and strengths and calls for women's participation.
A presentation by IIED principal researcher Dr Achala Abeysinghe giving an introduction to the Paris Agreement on climate change.
The presentation was made at the ecbi Training And Support Programme’s Asian regional training workshop for junior climate negotiators from developing countries, in Dhaka, Bangladesh on 14-15 April 2016.
More details: http://www.iied.org/workshops-build-climate-negotiators-capacity-european-capacity-building-initiative-training-support
This document provides an introduction and overview of a country profile for New Zealand that will summarize New Zealand's progress in implementing Agenda 21 from the 1992 UN Conference on Environment and Development. The profile will cover each of the 40 chapters of Agenda 21 as well as other issues addressed by the UN Commission on Sustainable Development since 1997, such as trade, energy, transport, and tourism. The purpose is to help countries monitor their progress, share experiences, and serve as an institutional memory on national actions taken toward sustainable development. The profile for New Zealand had not yet been updated at the time of publication.
The History of Climate Change NegotiationsUNDP Eurasia
The document provides a short history of international climate change policy, starting from early scientific studies in the late 19th century through the establishment of the UNFCCC and Kyoto Protocol. It summarizes the key objectives and principles of the UNFCCC, as well as commitments made by Annex I, Annex II, and other parties. It then discusses the Kyoto Protocol, including its commitments, limitations, and need for future action. It concludes by outlining the AWG-KP and AWG-LCA processes aimed at establishing new commitments beyond the first Kyoto commitment period and a long-term global climate agreement.
The document discusses the Paris Agreement and its implications for systematic observation. It notes that the Agreement strengthens the focus on mitigation, adaptation and finance consistent with limiting warming to well below 2C. It emphasizes the need to close the loop between policy, research, observation and assessment to drive the climate agenda. The new paradigm requires science to drive policy and policy to drive science through the global stocktake process.
The document summarizes the outcomes of COP16, the 2010 United Nations climate change conference in Cancun, Mexico. Key outcomes included the "Cancun Agreements," which established the Green Climate Fund to mobilize $100 billion annually for developing countries, frameworks for reducing deforestation and increasing transparency, and formalization of emissions pledges. However, no agreement was reached on extending the Kyoto Protocol, postponing that decision until COP17. Overall COP16 was seen as progressing the UNFCCC process and rejuvenating global climate cooperation.
This document summarizes global carbon emissions data from the Global Carbon Budget 2017 report. It finds that in 2016, global CO2 emissions from fossil fuels and industry were 36.2 Gt, a 0.6% increase from 2015. China was the largest emitter at 10.2 Gt, followed by the US at 5.3 Gt. Cumulatively since 1870, the US and EU have emitted the most CO2. To keep warming below 2°C, global emissions need to decline rapidly after 2050 and reach zero emissions.
This document discusses Mauritius' efforts to promote sustainable development through international cooperation. It outlines Mauritius' participation in various regional economic agreements and organizations to expand trade and investment. Mauritius also aims to be a training hub in the region on topics like the environment and business. The document emphasizes Mauritius' outward-looking development strategy and commitment to achieving sustainable and equitable development regionally in Africa and globally through multilateral forums and agreements.
The document summarizes the key points of the Paris Climate Change Agreement signed in 2016. It discusses the major goals of the agreement, which include limiting global temperature rise to below 2 degrees Celsius, achieving a universal climate agreement, and helping poorer nations reduce their emissions. The presentation also outlines some of the major issues with implementing the agreement, such as setting greenhouse gas reduction targets and transitioning to carbon neutral economies by 2050. Several of the largest emitting countries that have not yet signed on to the agreement are also identified.
The UNFCCC is an international treaty negotiated in 1992 aimed at stabilizing greenhouse gas concentrations to prevent dangerous climate change. It provides a framework but no binding emissions limits. The Kyoto Protocol, adopted in 1997, implemented the UNFCCC by requiring reductions in emissions by developed countries. Subsequent agreements including the Copenhagen Accord and Cancun Agreements aimed to further strengthen climate actions and support for developing countries.
The Kyoto Protocol is an international agreement linked to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change. It commits industrialized nations to reduce greenhouse gas emissions to combat global warming. Key points of the Kyoto Protocol include binding emissions reduction targets for 37 industrialized nations, flexible mechanisms to lower compliance costs, and excluding developing countries from emissions limits. While most industrialized nations support it, the United States has withdrawn support. Malaysia has no emissions targets but supports efforts under the UNFCCC framework.
The document tells a story using three pots as metaphors for how people can respond to difficulties in life. The first pot holds carrots that soften when boiled, representing people who become weak when facing problems. The second pot holds eggs that harden when boiled, representing people who become bitter and hard-hearted with difficulties. The third pot holds coffee beans that change the water with their flavor, representing people who are able to grow and make positive changes when encountering hardships. The document encourages the reader to be like the coffee beans and use life's difficulties to become stronger, learn more, and make the world better.
The Paris Agreement is an agreement within the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change dealing with greenhouse gas emissions mitigation, adaptation and finance starting in 2020. 194 countries have signed it, with 127 ratifying it, and it went into effect in November 2016. The agreement aims to limit global warming to well below 2°C by reducing emissions through nationally determined contributions that are reported every 5 years. However, the contributions are not legally binding and there is no enforcement if countries do not meet their targets.
US-China Joint Glasgow Declaration on Enhancing Climate Action in the 2020sEnergy for One World
The United States and China recognize the seriousness of the climate crisis based on scientific reports. They commit to tackling it through accelerated climate actions and cooperation under the UNFCCC and Paris Agreement to limit global warming to 1.5 degrees C. Specifically, both countries intend to:
1) Cooperate on policies and technologies to reduce emissions such as electric vehicles and carbon capture.
2) Develop plans to significantly reduce methane emissions through measurement, policies, and research cooperation.
3) Collaborate on transitioning to renewable and efficient electricity including through supporting intermittent renewables and transmission.
The document discusses the UNFCCC process and current climate change negotiations. It provides an overview of key terms and organizations involved in the UNFCCC including the COP, Kyoto Protocol, AWG-KP, and AWG-LCA. The current negotiations are focused on establishing further commitments beyond the first commitment period of the Kyoto Protocol from 2012-2020, as well as addressing long-term cooperative action on mitigation, adaptation, technology transfer, and financing under the Bali Action Plan through both the AWG-KP and AWG-LCA tracks.
The document discusses the evolution of international agreements on climate change from the Kyoto Protocol in 1997 to the Paris Agreement in 2015. It outlines key developments and decisions at conferences of parties, including establishing the Bali Roadmap in 2007, the Copenhagen Accord in 2009 which did not reach a binding agreement, and the Doha Amendment in 2012 which established a second commitment period for the Kyoto Protocol. Finally, it summarizes India's Intended Nationally Determined Contribution which it communicated in 2015, including targets to reduce emissions intensity and increase non-fossil fuel energy capacity by 2030.
New agreement and key considerations (Paris climate agreement)IIED
This is a presentation by IIED principal researcher Dr Achala Abeysinghe that summarises the draft Paris climate package and key considerations at country level.
The presentation was made at the UNEP Southeast Asia Network of Climate Change Offices (SEAN-CC) workshop in Bangkok and the UNEP Central Asia Pre-COP workshop in Almaty on 2 and 5 November 2015 respectively.
More details: http://www.iied.org/helping-vulnerable-countries-achieve-equitable-solutions-climate-law-policy-making-processes
At un climate talks, china and the us pledge to increase cooperationaditi agarwal
The U.S. And China can even revive a working institution so one can meet regularly to deal with the climate disaster and strengthen the multilateral procedure
This document summarizes discussions from the 2021 United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP26) in Glasgow. It acknowledges the urgent need to strengthen climate action and support for developing countries based on the latest science. Key points include: recognizing that impacts are already occurring at 1.1°C of warming; stressing the need to scale up adaptation funding and actions; welcoming increased pledges but noting more is needed, especially to double adaptation funding; and reaffirming commitments to limit warming to 1.5°C through deep global emissions reductions.
IISD Summary of side events- Tuesday, March 20thuncsd2012
This document summarizes side events at a UN conference on sustainable development. It discusses:
1) A panel on enhancing civil society engagement in sustainable development governance that addressed reforming UN bodies and establishing a new Council on Sustainable Development. Participants also discussed corporate influence and youth/poverty input.
2) A session on education for sustainable development that highlighted its role in transforming societies and addressed national ESD programs, green society approaches, and moving beyond schools.
3) An event on sustainable cities that featured examples of slum upgrading in Kenya and local initiatives in low-income communities, emphasizing community challenges and strengths and calls for women's participation.
A presentation by IIED principal researcher Dr Achala Abeysinghe giving an introduction to the Paris Agreement on climate change.
The presentation was made at the ecbi Training And Support Programme’s Asian regional training workshop for junior climate negotiators from developing countries, in Dhaka, Bangladesh on 14-15 April 2016.
More details: http://www.iied.org/workshops-build-climate-negotiators-capacity-european-capacity-building-initiative-training-support
This document provides an introduction and overview of a country profile for New Zealand that will summarize New Zealand's progress in implementing Agenda 21 from the 1992 UN Conference on Environment and Development. The profile will cover each of the 40 chapters of Agenda 21 as well as other issues addressed by the UN Commission on Sustainable Development since 1997, such as trade, energy, transport, and tourism. The purpose is to help countries monitor their progress, share experiences, and serve as an institutional memory on national actions taken toward sustainable development. The profile for New Zealand had not yet been updated at the time of publication.
The History of Climate Change NegotiationsUNDP Eurasia
The document provides a short history of international climate change policy, starting from early scientific studies in the late 19th century through the establishment of the UNFCCC and Kyoto Protocol. It summarizes the key objectives and principles of the UNFCCC, as well as commitments made by Annex I, Annex II, and other parties. It then discusses the Kyoto Protocol, including its commitments, limitations, and need for future action. It concludes by outlining the AWG-KP and AWG-LCA processes aimed at establishing new commitments beyond the first Kyoto commitment period and a long-term global climate agreement.
The document discusses the Paris Agreement and its implications for systematic observation. It notes that the Agreement strengthens the focus on mitigation, adaptation and finance consistent with limiting warming to well below 2C. It emphasizes the need to close the loop between policy, research, observation and assessment to drive the climate agenda. The new paradigm requires science to drive policy and policy to drive science through the global stocktake process.
The document summarizes the outcomes of COP16, the 2010 United Nations climate change conference in Cancun, Mexico. Key outcomes included the "Cancun Agreements," which established the Green Climate Fund to mobilize $100 billion annually for developing countries, frameworks for reducing deforestation and increasing transparency, and formalization of emissions pledges. However, no agreement was reached on extending the Kyoto Protocol, postponing that decision until COP17. Overall COP16 was seen as progressing the UNFCCC process and rejuvenating global climate cooperation.
This document summarizes global carbon emissions data from the Global Carbon Budget 2017 report. It finds that in 2016, global CO2 emissions from fossil fuels and industry were 36.2 Gt, a 0.6% increase from 2015. China was the largest emitter at 10.2 Gt, followed by the US at 5.3 Gt. Cumulatively since 1870, the US and EU have emitted the most CO2. To keep warming below 2°C, global emissions need to decline rapidly after 2050 and reach zero emissions.
This document discusses Mauritius' efforts to promote sustainable development through international cooperation. It outlines Mauritius' participation in various regional economic agreements and organizations to expand trade and investment. Mauritius also aims to be a training hub in the region on topics like the environment and business. The document emphasizes Mauritius' outward-looking development strategy and commitment to achieving sustainable and equitable development regionally in Africa and globally through multilateral forums and agreements.
The document summarizes the key points of the Paris Climate Change Agreement signed in 2016. It discusses the major goals of the agreement, which include limiting global temperature rise to below 2 degrees Celsius, achieving a universal climate agreement, and helping poorer nations reduce their emissions. The presentation also outlines some of the major issues with implementing the agreement, such as setting greenhouse gas reduction targets and transitioning to carbon neutral economies by 2050. Several of the largest emitting countries that have not yet signed on to the agreement are also identified.
The UNFCCC is an international treaty negotiated in 1992 aimed at stabilizing greenhouse gas concentrations to prevent dangerous climate change. It provides a framework but no binding emissions limits. The Kyoto Protocol, adopted in 1997, implemented the UNFCCC by requiring reductions in emissions by developed countries. Subsequent agreements including the Copenhagen Accord and Cancun Agreements aimed to further strengthen climate actions and support for developing countries.
The Kyoto Protocol is an international agreement linked to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change. It commits industrialized nations to reduce greenhouse gas emissions to combat global warming. Key points of the Kyoto Protocol include binding emissions reduction targets for 37 industrialized nations, flexible mechanisms to lower compliance costs, and excluding developing countries from emissions limits. While most industrialized nations support it, the United States has withdrawn support. Malaysia has no emissions targets but supports efforts under the UNFCCC framework.
The document tells a story using three pots as metaphors for how people can respond to difficulties in life. The first pot holds carrots that soften when boiled, representing people who become weak when facing problems. The second pot holds eggs that harden when boiled, representing people who become bitter and hard-hearted with difficulties. The third pot holds coffee beans that change the water with their flavor, representing people who are able to grow and make positive changes when encountering hardships. The document encourages the reader to be like the coffee beans and use life's difficulties to become stronger, learn more, and make the world better.
O documento apresenta os emblemas e equipamentos das equipas da liga portuguesa na época de 2012/2013, listando cada clube com seu respectivo índice para detalhar seus símbolos e uniformes.
El documento trata sobre estrategias en diferentes contextos como en el aprendizaje, las empresas y los proyectos. Explica que las estrategias son métodos para lograr objetivos de manera efectiva y que deben ser claras, alineadas con los valores de la organización y flexibles. También cubre temas como análisis FODA, evaluación de proyectos, modelos de negocio y requerimientos tecnológicos.
Este documento resume el reglamento institucional de la Universidad Popular del Cesar. Explica que el reglamento establece las normas y procedimientos que rigen a los estudiantes y profesores, incluyendo sus derechos, deberes y los procesos disciplinarios. También describe los pasos a seguir en casos de fraude académico, cambio de carrera, agresión física y cuando un estudiante deba usar el reglamento para defender sus derechos. Concluye que conocer el reglamento es importante para que los estudiantes se form
Peter Smith: Allocating health care budgets to general practicesNuffield Trust
The document discusses the development of the Person-based Resource Allocation (PBRA) model for allocating healthcare budgets to general practices in England based on individual patient data and characteristics. It outlines the principles and variables used in the PBRA models to predict individual and practice healthcare expenditures. The document also examines issues around implementing hard budget constraints for practices and potential risk management strategies.
Camila Braga se apresenta, tendo morado em várias cidades como Curitiba, São Francisco, Brisbane e Barcelona. Formou-se em Jornalismo e Direito e faz trabalho estratégico e de marketing digital para grandes marcas através de conteúdo e mídia social.
This document advertises Phil Guy's new CD released on Black Eyed Records, which was recorded at Paranoise Studios in Hartford and mixed by Bert Teague at Hidden Valley Studio in Granby, CT. The CD is now available for purchase at 350 Asylum St in Hartford, CT.
A Ecossistemas é uma empresa portuguesa fundada em 1986 por Luís Piedade e Natália Pires para prestar serviços de jardinagem e paisagismo. A empresa cresceu e diversificou-se ao longo dos anos, adquirindo e fundando novas empresas relacionadas com a produção e comercialização de plantas, produtos químicos e serviços de manutenção. Atualmente emprega centenas de pessoas e presta serviços a diversos clientes particulares e empresas em Portugal e no estrangeiro.
Maritimes sicherheitstraiing mit Virtual Realitybenntec
Feuer an Bord eines Schiffes auf hoher See ist ein Szenario, welches niemand gern am eigenen Leib erleben möchte. Wegen der besonderen Schwierigkeit auf See, besteht im Falle eines Brandes das Risiko hoher Opferzahlen. Deshalb muss das Training so effektiv wie möglich sein. Schließlich muss im Ernstfall jeder Handgriff sitzen und das Schlimmste verhindert werden.
Virtual Reality bietet die Möglichkeit, echte Erfahrungen in einer „unechten“ Welt zu sammeln. Simulation in 3D-Echtzeit macht trainierbar, was vorher nicht sicher geübt werden konnte. Das preisgekrönte maritime Training zur Brandabwehr an Bord von Schiffen und Booten der deutschen Marine (SIMBAD) hat es vorgemacht.
Weitere Informationen finden Sie auf www.benntec.de
Medien und Informationskompetenz (MIK):
Ein Blended-Learning-Angebot Lehrkräfte (Ansprechpartner für die Medienberatung in den Schulen), an Medienpädagogische Beraterinnen und Berater und an Fachleiterinnen und Fachleiter der Studienseminare.
JIRA Mobile Connect - MoMoSyd July 2011Shihab Hamid
JIRA Mobile Connect is a tool from Atlassian that allows mobile app developers to easily collect feedback from users, view crash reports, and gather usage statistics. It facilitates two-way communication so users can report issues and developers can address them, helping to prioritize feedback and crashes to improve the mobile experience. The goal is to streamline the feedback process for both users and developers.
Eröffnungsvortrag zusammen mit Christian Neff an der Abschlussveranstaltung des Rhein-Waal-Projekts an der Universität Duisburg (gleichzeitig 5. Workshop "Digitale Lerninfrastrukturen") vom 25.09.2014
Earth negotiation bulletin #cop20 #5 4 december2014 Dr Lendy Spires
This document summarizes proceedings from the 20th Conference of the Parties (COP 20) in Lima, Peru. It discusses debates that took place in various contact groups on issues like climate finance, the elements of the new climate agreement under the ADP, mitigation commitments, and cooperation/support. Many countries emphasized the principles of common but differentiated responsibilities, with developing countries calling for clarity on support and developed nations expressing flexibility in their commitments. The discussions aimed to advance negotiations on a new universal climate agreement to be adopted in Paris in 2015.
This document summarizes negotiations during the third round of informal consultations on the zero draft outcome document of the UN Conference on Sustainable Development (UNCSD). Delegates debated and proposed amendments to text on issues including chemicals and waste, oceans, sustainable consumption and production, education, and the green economy. Discussions focused on balancing language to reflect different country positions. Negotiations continued into the evening in working groups and breakout sessions on specific topics.
This document summarizes informal negotiations on the draft outcome document for the UN Conference on Sustainable Development (UNCSD). Working Group 1 discussed the framework for action section and debated proposals on financing, technology, and capacity building. Working Group 2 discussed the institutional framework for sustainable development and considered proposals regarding sustainable development strategies and regional organizations. Countries expressed a variety of views on issues including strengthening the science-policy interface, clean technology, and upgrading the UN Environment Programme.
IISD Summary of Informal Negotiations- Thursday, March 22nd 2012uncsd2012
This document summarizes discussions from informal consultations on the zero draft of the outcome document for the UN Conference on Sustainable Development (UNCSD) in Rio de Janeiro in 2012. Key topics of discussion included frameworks for green jobs, oceans and small island developing states, natural disasters, forests, and land degradation. Countries expressed various positions and proposals on language regarding these issues. Debate focused on wording to describe challenges and commitments related to sustainable development.
This document summarizes negotiations between countries on sections of a draft outcome document for the UN Conference on Sustainable Development. Delegates discussed proposals and amendments to text on topics like water resources, sanitation, energy, and oceans. Countries disagreed on issues such as references to access to modern versus sustainable energy, commitments on reducing pollution, and subsidies for fossil fuels. Negotiations focused on reaching consensus on the language and targets to be included in the final document.
IISD Summary of Informal Negotiations- Friday, March 23rd 2012uncsd2012
The document summarizes discussions from a UN conference on sustainable development. Key topics discussed included: sustainable consumption and production, chemicals and waste, education, gender equality, the private sector, technology transfer, capacity building, trade, and financing for sustainable development. Delegates from many countries provided input on the draft outcome document and there was discussion of potentially establishing sustainable development goals to build on progress from the Millennium Development Goals.
The document summarizes informal negotiations on the draft outcome document for the UN Conference on Sustainable Development (UNCSD). Delegates discussed the text section by section, with disagreements around language on topics such as a green economy, poverty eradication, international commitments, and the roles of various stakeholders. Efforts were made to streamline the text, but negotiations became bogged down in debates over preserving different positions.
IISD Summary of Informal Negotiations- Monday, March 19th 2012uncsd2012
This document summarizes discussions from the first day of informal consultations on the zero draft outcome document for the 2012 UN Conference on Sustainable Development (Rio+20). Delegates discussed the preamble and began discussions on Section III concerning the green economy. Key issues included: references to human rights and poverty; priorities for a green economy transition in developing countries; and country responsibility and enabling environments for green economy policies. Discussions will continue on further refining the text around these topics.
This document provides a 3-page newsletter summarizing discussions and events taking place at the UNFCCC climate negotiations in Doha, Qatar from November-December 2012. Key topics covered include:
- A call for countries and individuals to donate to the Adaptation Fund, which supports climate change adaptation projects but has limited resources.
- A proposed decision by the EU to promote gender equality in UNFCCC negotiations and bodies, reaffirming a previous decision from 2001 with additional elements.
- A discussion urging Gulf countries like Saudi Arabia and the UAE to formally submit plans for emissions reductions actions like renewable energy targets to help increase ambition in the negotiations.
- Notes on a discussion around common accounting rules
This interim report from the Deep Decarbonization Pathways Project (DDPP) outlines pathways for 15 countries to achieve deep decarbonization of their energy systems and economies consistent with the goal of limiting global warming to 2 degrees Celsius. The report finds that global CO2 emissions must decline to near zero by 2050 to stay within the remaining carbon budget for this goal. It presents preliminary results from each country's decarbonization pathway, finding opportunities across power, transport, buildings and industry to deploy low-carbon technologies at scale. Additional analysis is still needed on costs, infrastructure transitions, and policy frameworks to fully implement the pathways.
This document discusses fossil fuel subsidies and their impact on climate change. Some key points:
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- Subsidies incentivize increased fossil fuel use and discourage investment in renewable energy. Removing subsidies could reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 12% of the amount needed to keep global warming below 2 degrees Celsius.
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OECD Publication "Building Financial Resilience
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Governments are facing significant climate-related risks from the expected increase in frequency and intensity of cyclones, floods, fires, and other climate-related extreme events. The report Building Financial Resilience to Climate Impacts: A Framework for Governments to Manage the Risks of Losses and Damages provides a strategic framework to help governments, particularly those in emerging market and developing economies, strengthen their capacity to manage the financial implications of climate-related risks. Published in December 2022.
Oxford-NRDC workshop. Memo. What has been said in the UNFCCCPriyanka DeSouza
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The document summarizes a report by researchers at the German Institute for International and Security Affairs (SWP) analyzing the outcomes of the 2012 UN Conference on Sustainable Development (Rio+20) in Rio de Janeiro. It notes that Brazil proposed a compromise text to avoid failure, but it reflected the lowest common denominator. Key institutional reforms for sustainable development proposed at Rio+20, like upgrading UNEP, were weakened due to resistance from some countries. The conference established a process to develop new Sustainable Development Goals by 2015 but provided few concrete commitments.
The document summarizes a report by Dr. Marianne Beisheim, Dr. Birgit Lode, and Nils Simon analyzing the outcomes of the 2012 UN Conference on Sustainable Development (Rio+20) in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The report finds that Brazil pushed through a compromise text with the lowest common denominator due to resistance from countries worried about sovereignty and costs. While the document reaffirms past commitments, it lacks concrete steps, instruments, and targets to transition to a green economy. The conference made modest reforms to UN sustainability institutions but failed to establish stronger bodies as some wanted.
The document summarizes a report by researchers at the German Institute for International and Security Affairs (SWP) analyzing the outcomes of the 2012 UN Conference on Sustainable Development (Rio+20) in Rio de Janeiro. It notes that Brazil proposed a compromise text to avoid failure, but it reflected the lowest common denominator. Key institutional reforms for sustainable development proposed at Rio+20, like upgrading UNEP, were weakened due to resistance from some countries. The conference established a process to develop new Sustainable Development Goals by 2015 but provided few concrete commitments.
IISD Summary of Informal Negotiations- Wednesday, March 21st 2012uncsd2012
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Climate finance and cop26 - implications for Tanzania Janet Chapman
The document discusses climate finance and what COP26 means for Tanzania. It provides background on the Paris Agreement and climate finance. The Paris Agreement established a framework for developed countries to provide financial and technical support to developing countries. Climate finance is needed for mitigation and adaptation efforts. The Green Climate Fund is a key multilateral fund that provides climate finance. Tanzania's financial sector development plan aims to strengthen green financing and access to long-term credit for productive sectors. COP26 resulted in agreements to increase climate finance and support for adaptation, phase down coal, and finalize the Paris rulebook to fully implement the Paris Agreement.
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On review, the EU called for a commitment cycle of 10
years and, supported by the US, for a five-year cycle of review
and revision. The EU said this should be elaborated further
in the text. The RUSSIAN FEDERATION cautioned that a
review process in the middle of the commitment period could
make ratification challenging, as legislators require a clear
understanding of what they are agreeing to.
On response measures, the LDCs, VENEZUELA,
ARGENTINA and the UAE, opposed by NEW ZEALAND,
JAPAN and CANADA, variously supported a mechanism,
institution or permanent forum.
Cooperation and Support: In the morning, parties
exchanged views on the relevant paragraphs in the updated
non-paper on elements (ADP.2014.11.NonPaper). CHINA and
SAUDI ARABIA said discussion on cooperation and support
for implementation was not mandated by Decision 1/CP.17
(establishing the ADP). ADP Co-Chair Runge-Metzger explained
that headings were only included for the parties’ convenience.
Many parties supported consolidating the section on
cooperation and support with sections on other elements. Algeria,
for the ARAB GROUP, and CHINA said sections on market
and non-market approaches, and new market-based mechanisms
could prejudge discussions under the Subsidiary Bodies.
On commitments for support, AUSTRALIA, NEW
ZEALAND, the US, CANADA and others said all parties in a
position to do so should provide support for the implementation
of the new agreement.
SINGAPORE expressed concern over “evolving
responsibilities” and “parties in a position to do so,” and
cautioned against rewriting the Convention. The ARAB GROUP
opposed reference to “evolving” CBDRRC. CHINA said only
developed countries have the responsibility to provide support
to developing countries, and cautioned against introducing new
principles.
The EU and SWITZERLAND supported describing the
purpose of MOI. JAPAN said parties who provide and receive
support should work together to mobilize private finance.
On institutional arrangements, the ARAB GROUP, with
CHINA, called for deletion of reference to sub-national, national
and regional emissions trading schemes. AUSTRALIA, the
EU, NEW ZEALAND, SWITZERLAND, the US, CANADA,
JAPAN and others expressed reservations about the sub-section
on institutional arrangements. PANAMA stressed the importance
of referring to the accounting and conformity functions of
cooperative arrangements.
Advancing the Durban Platform for Enhanced Action:
ADP Co-Chair Runge-Metzger reported on the mode of work
recommended by the Friends of the Chair group: to conduct
a first reading of the Co-Chairs’ draft text (ADP.2014.12.
DraftText), allowing parties to introduce their proposals
comprehensively by displaying them on the screen; to hold
dedicated meetings of the contact group on specific sections
and paragraphs; and for the Co-Chairs to prepare a synthesis
integrating parties’ proposals into revised draft decision text.
He encouraged parties to send their textual proposals to the
Secretariat in advance of the dedicated meetings.
Parties continued consideration of the text, focusing on
paragraphs 1-12 (elements and INDCs), with a view to
completing the first full reading on Friday.
On paragraphs 1-6 (elements), CANADA suggested that the
ADP address “various topics” instead of “all elements,” and that
“achieving political parity” between mitigation and adaptation be
replaced with “elevating their critical importance.”
NEW ZEALAND advocated text signaling that the work of
the ADP will result in “a package of different components.”
JAPAN stressed the need to clarify that mitigation is the ultimate
goal of the Convention.
PAKISTAN and SOUTH AFRICA called for treating
all elements of Decision 1/CP.17 “in a balanced manner.”
MEXICO and SAUDI ARABIA stressed the equal importance
of adaptation and mitigation. PAKISTAN and EGYPT preferred
“legal parity” between mitigation and adaptation. ECUADOR
called for deleting qualifiers when referring to parity between
mitigation and adaptation.
SOUTH AFRICA called for strengthening paragraphs dealing
with “assurances” in relation to the link between INDCs and
the elements of the agreement, and the balance of support for
mitigation and adaptation.
On the importance of transparency, ECUADOR called for
adopting an MRV mechanism as part of the 2015 agreement.
On paragraphs 7-12 (INDCs), JAPAN said the text still did
not provide clarity on the upfront information to be presented in
INDCs.
SOUTH AFRICA said that, while INDCs are nationally
determined, their scope should be determined internationally,
and, with BRAZIL and others, that they should include
mitigation, adaptation and MOI. CANADA and the US stressed
that INDCs relate to mitigation. BRAZIL and TUVALU, for the
LDCs, noted that the scope should not be limited to Convention
Article 2 (objective).
AUSTRALIA underscored that INDCs should reflect efforts
parties are making unilaterally. The LDCs recommended
inserting a caveat for LDCs and small island developing states
on the inclusion of mitigation in INDCs.
BOLIVIA emphasized the importance of enhancing the
provision of MOI for developing countries. The LDCs suggested
the addition of text requiring Annex I parties to provide
information on the level of support to developing countries for
the achievement of their INDCs. The contact group continued
into the evening.
SBI/SBSTA: Response Measures: During the morning
contact group, Co-Facilitator Delano Ruben Verwey (the
Netherlands) introduced draft conclusions, revised following
parties’ comments, and a draft decision, which, he explained, was
based on areas of convergence, drawing on, among others, the
technical paper on the same issue (FCCC/TP/2014/12).
Ghana, for the AFRICAN GROUP, Argentina, for the G-77/
CHINA, and Saudi Arabia, for the ARAB GROUP and the
LMDCs, supported starting work on the draft decision. The US
suggested considering the technical paper first. AUSTRALIA
said moving to textual discussions was preemptive. The EU
expressed concern that the Co-Chairs’ text contained no
alternatives.
Parties consulted informally throughout the day, and the
contact group met again in the evening.
IN THE CORRIDORS
The theme of intergenerational equity marked day four of
COP 20. Youth actions, such as “The Planet Cannot Wait,”
sought to remind delegates they are expected to “show the
world” that “something good can work.” As the meeting agenda
grew increasingly busy, those who found time between contact
groups and informal consultations to read the news from
the world outside the “Pentagonito” complex received stark
reminders of the urgency of action, with newspaper headlines
warning that in 30 years from now Kiribati will disappear
underwater and describing 2014 as the hottest year on record
globally.
Despite a full day of negotiations under the ADP, delegates
were left with mixed feelings on progress. One participant
observed “this COP seems so relaxed I am not sure what – if
anything – will come out of it.” Many others were visibly
pleased with finally having “textual suggestions” on the screen
in the ADP contact group on the draft decision on advancing the
ADP, and finishing a first reading of twelve paragraphs. Others
wondered if delegates would be able to stick to their ambitious
plan to conduct a first full reading of the 12-page Co-Chairs’
draft text by Friday evening. “This is an unmitigated disaster
in the making – much like the one for my island,” one delegate
intimated.