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NEGOTIATING ADAPTATION: INTERNATIONAL ISSUES OF EQUITY AND FINANCE. UN Environment Programme (UNEP), Stockholm Environment Institute, and the International Institute for Environment and Development (IIED). July 2009. This discussion paper is the latest in the UNEP Copenhagen Discussion Series, which consists of working papers produced by UNEP and its partners in the lead up to the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) Climate Talks in Copenhagen in December 2009. This paper addresses requirements for adaptation finance in developing countries, the presence of an adaptation funding deficit, and the need for systematic appraisal to develop adaptation targets. With numerous inputs from experts and careful research, this paper provides an overview of the true financial situation when it comes to adaptation and mitigation of climate change. In an attempt to inform and persuade the world population, UNEP and its partners state that adaptation and mitigation must coincide because all countries will be affected by climate change. However, there remains a funding deficit for adaptation, especially for developing countries, which have less capacity to deal with climate change. This paper emphasises that all countries have common but differential responsibilities when responding to climate change. To access this paper, visit: http://www.unep.org/climatechange/LinkClick.aspx?fileticket=vyttfYtHi4Y=&tabid=389&language=en-US
THE RISE OF ‘CLIMATE PROTECTIONISM’. South Centre: South Bulletin (40), September 2009. By Martin Khor. This article focuses on trade and technology protectionism as it pertains to North-South relations on trade and climate change. The author points to signs that several developed countries plan to use unilateral trade measures, such as tariffs and increased border regulations, with the premise of combating climate change and providing a penalty to developing nations which are seen as not taking enough action to curb their greenhouse gas emissions. This topic has become very controversial and numerous developing nations are reacting to the pending pressure from developed nations by asserting that any unilateral trade-restrictive measures would violate UN Climate Change Conventions provisions. The article offers a compelling argument for developed nations to assist developing nations in trying to reduce their greenhouse gas emissions, instead of imposing greater restrictive trade measures. To access this article, visit: http://www.southcentre.org/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1069&Itemid=1
INTERNATIONAL INVOLVEMENT IN PRESERVATION OF THE BRAZILIAN AMAZON. By Brett Simpson. September 2009. This paper discusses how the current blend of national actions from Brazil and international support can help preserve the remains of the Brazilian Amazon rainforest, benefiting the world as a whole. Although Brazil has expressed its worries over the loss of national sovereignty that would occur if outside parties took action to preserve the Brazilian Amazon, there has been enhanced awareness, both within and outside of Brazil, of the degradation of this invaluable natural landmark. This paper goes on to examine various past events regarding conservation, current activities of international organisations, and the funding and technology invested in the vital undertaking of preserving the Brazilian Amazon rainforest. To access this paper, visit: http://indiaenvironmentportal.org.in/files/BrazilianAmazon.pdf
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