Hope for ‘decent’ climate talks outcome
The likelihood of a deal at global climate talks in Poland has increased after a new draft text was released.The outline decision contains plans for a common rulebook for all countries, with flexibility for poorer nations.There are also calls for all countries to increase their carbon cutting commitments by 2020.
But many issues are not yet settled and negotiators were preparing to work well past the official close of the conference on Friday evening.Most ministers here believe the strength or weakness of the final outcome is still in the balance.Among the key issues not yet decided is the question of loss and damage.This issue has bedevilled climate negotiations for many years as developing countries seek recognition and compensation for the damages caused by rising temperatures.The idea of being legally liable for causing climate change has long been rejected by richer nations, who fear huge bills well into the future.
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on Dec 27 2018. Filed under Climate change.
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