This brief document compiles and defines key terms commonly employed in climate negotiations. It serves as a condensed version of a comprehensive guide to climate negotiations terminology, published by IIED and LRI. Both this summary and the full guide are intended as resources to enhance understanding and effective use of language within the context …

Summary  This research examines two broad approaches to climate change legislation: sectoral legislation and framework legislation. Some benefits of sectoral legislation are that it may be quicker to implement and may be more targeted. Framework legislation may be beneficial for broader implementation across government, to facilitate progress and …

Explore key terms and expressions used in climate negotiations and their outcomes. This guide serves as a valuable resource for government and non-government participants involved in United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) negotiations, including Least Developed Countries (LDC) Group negotiators. It offers an in-depth look at …

1.1           GHGs and Gases 1.1.1          CH₄: Methane, a potent GHG with a high global warming potential. 1.1.2          CO₂: Carbon dioxide, a major GHG from burning fossil fuels. 1.1.3          …

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