Tunisia ranked first in North Africa in matters of governance: "Tunisia ranked first in North Africa in matters of governance
Tunisia was ranked first in North Africa in matters of governance with a score of 71.5 points out of 100 by the annual report of “Kennedy School of Government,” an academic institution coming under the prestigious American University of Harvard .
Tunisia distinguished itself by its performance in matters of “human development,” “transparency and rule of law” and the “climate of security” prevailing in the country, with scores of 89, 70.5 and 100 points respectively.
Tunisia was ranked ahead of Algeria (7th), Morocco (12th), Egypt (18th) and Libya (21st)."
Wednesday, October 7, 2009
Sunday, October 4, 2009
The Associated Press: Obama adviser says no climate change law this year
The Associated Press: Obama adviser says no climate change law this year: "Obama adviser says no climate change law this year
(AP) – 23 hours ago
WASHINGTON — President Barack Obama's top energy adviser says there is no way Congress will be able to pass a bill on climate change this year.
'That's not going to happen,' the adviser, Carol Browner, said Friday.
Browner made the statement at a conference organized by The Atlantic magazine, just days after Senate Democrats introduced a major bill on climate change. In a video posted on the magazine's Web site, Browner was asked about the prospects of enacting climate legislation by the time negotiations on a global climate treaty begin in December in Copenhagen.
'Obviously, we'd like to be through the process, but that's not going to happen,' Browner said. 'I think we would all agree the likelihood you would have a bill signed by the president on comprehensive energy by the time we go early in December is not likely.'
Senate Democrats unveiled a bill Wednesday that aims to cut greenhouse gasses by 20 percent by 2020. The House passed a bill in June that calls for a 17 percent emission cut by 2020.
The Senate bill includes an economy-wide cap-and-trade system that would require power plants, industrial facilities and refineries to cut carbon dioxide and othe"
(AP) – 23 hours ago
WASHINGTON — President Barack Obama's top energy adviser says there is no way Congress will be able to pass a bill on climate change this year.
'That's not going to happen,' the adviser, Carol Browner, said Friday.
Browner made the statement at a conference organized by The Atlantic magazine, just days after Senate Democrats introduced a major bill on climate change. In a video posted on the magazine's Web site, Browner was asked about the prospects of enacting climate legislation by the time negotiations on a global climate treaty begin in December in Copenhagen.
'Obviously, we'd like to be through the process, but that's not going to happen,' Browner said. 'I think we would all agree the likelihood you would have a bill signed by the president on comprehensive energy by the time we go early in December is not likely.'
Senate Democrats unveiled a bill Wednesday that aims to cut greenhouse gasses by 20 percent by 2020. The House passed a bill in June that calls for a 17 percent emission cut by 2020.
The Senate bill includes an economy-wide cap-and-trade system that would require power plants, industrial facilities and refineries to cut carbon dioxide and othe"
AFP: Climate change hits poor countries hardest: WB
AFP: Climate change hits poor countries hardest: WB: "Climate change hits poor countries hardest: WB
(AFP) – 13 hours ago
ISTANBUL — The developing world will suffer about 80 percent of the damage from climate change despite accounting for only around a third of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere, the World Bank said on Sunday.
'The damage of climate change, about 75 to 80 percent, will be suffered by developing countries although they only contribute about one third of greenhouse gases,' World Bank chief economist Justin Lin told reporters.
Lin spoke in Istanbul, host city of the World Bank and International Monetary Fund meetings this year, at the presentation of the World Bank's new development report for 2010 entitled 'Development and Climate Change.'
'Climate change is an urgent issue and the needs are enormous and we are waiting and hoping to see an international agreement in Copenhagen,' Lin said, referring to UN-sponsored talks in December aimed at curbing global warming.
Marianne Fay, the World Bank's chief economist for sustainable development, said the costs of mitigating and adapting to climate change would add up to around 300 billion dollars (206 billion euros) a year from 2030.
Following the release of the World Bank report, Caroline Pearce, policy advisor to international aid agency Oxfam, said that"
(AFP) – 13 hours ago
ISTANBUL — The developing world will suffer about 80 percent of the damage from climate change despite accounting for only around a third of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere, the World Bank said on Sunday.
'The damage of climate change, about 75 to 80 percent, will be suffered by developing countries although they only contribute about one third of greenhouse gases,' World Bank chief economist Justin Lin told reporters.
Lin spoke in Istanbul, host city of the World Bank and International Monetary Fund meetings this year, at the presentation of the World Bank's new development report for 2010 entitled 'Development and Climate Change.'
'Climate change is an urgent issue and the needs are enormous and we are waiting and hoping to see an international agreement in Copenhagen,' Lin said, referring to UN-sponsored talks in December aimed at curbing global warming.
Marianne Fay, the World Bank's chief economist for sustainable development, said the costs of mitigating and adapting to climate change would add up to around 300 billion dollars (206 billion euros) a year from 2030.
Following the release of the World Bank report, Caroline Pearce, policy advisor to international aid agency Oxfam, said that"
Friday, October 2, 2009
Why we need to “Seal the Deal” in Copenhagen
Why we need to “Seal the Deal” in Copenhagen: "Why we need to “Seal the Deal” in Copenhagen
Saturday, 12 September 2009 00:00
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On 7 December 2009, representatives from 193 Parties will convene in Copenhagen seeking to seal the deal on a fair, comprehensive and scientifically rigorous climate agreement for the post-2012 period.
This year, we have the opportunity to choose a new path. Copenhagen offers the chance to retool our global economy – to invest in clean energy, boost prosperity and lift millions out of poverty. By sealing the deal in Copenhagen, we can provide a more livable planet for our children and generations to come."
Saturday, 12 September 2009 00:00
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On 7 December 2009, representatives from 193 Parties will convene in Copenhagen seeking to seal the deal on a fair, comprehensive and scientifically rigorous climate agreement for the post-2012 period.
This year, we have the opportunity to choose a new path. Copenhagen offers the chance to retool our global economy – to invest in clean energy, boost prosperity and lift millions out of poverty. By sealing the deal in Copenhagen, we can provide a more livable planet for our children and generations to come."
World Bank Says India Right In Resisting Mandatory Emission Reductions : Red, Green, and Blue
World Bank Says India Right In Resisting Mandatory Emission Reductions : Red, Green, and Blue: "World Bank Says India Right In Resisting Mandatory Emission Reductions
Written by Mridul Chadha
Published on May 9th, 2009
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Posted in Climate Change, Energy, World
The World Bank has found through a study that it would be impossible for India to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions without adversely affecting its fight to eliminate poverty."
Written by Mridul Chadha
Published on May 9th, 2009
3 Comments
Posted in Climate Change, Energy, World
The World Bank has found through a study that it would be impossible for India to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions without adversely affecting its fight to eliminate poverty."
US Playing Spoilsport at International Climate Negotiations? : Red, Green, and Blue
US Playing Spoilsport at International Climate Negotiations? : Red, Green, and Blue: "US Playing Spoilsport at International Climate Negotiations?
Written by Mridul Chadha
Published on September 30th, 2009
Posted in Climate Change, Editor's Choice, U.S., World
Just as it seemed that differences over contentious issues regarding the next climate treaty were ironing out and all parties moving ahead with a common agenda, the developed countries, US in particular, threatened to stall negotiations until developing countries pledge equal emission reduction measures."
Written by Mridul Chadha
Published on September 30th, 2009
Posted in Climate Change, Editor's Choice, U.S., World
Just as it seemed that differences over contentious issues regarding the next climate treaty were ironing out and all parties moving ahead with a common agenda, the developed countries, US in particular, threatened to stall negotiations until developing countries pledge equal emission reduction measures."
US Back in Spotlight as China, India Increase Pressure by Announcing Aggressive Mitigation Plans : Red, Green, and Blue
US Back in Spotlight as China, India Increase Pressure by Announcing Aggressive Mitigation Plans : Red, Green, and Blue: "US Back in Spotlight as China, India Increase Pressure by Announcing Aggressive Mitigation Plans
Written by Mridul Chadha
Published on September 26th, 2009
Posted in Climate Change, Editor's Choice, U.S., World
About ten weeks from now leaders from nearly 200 countries will meet in Copenhagen to discuss the next climate treaty. During the last two to three years governments around the world moved to and fro over contentious issues like funding, technology transfer, intellectual property rights and emission reduction targets. As the world started to look for a replacement of the Kyoto Protocol, the start was slow with no sign of urgency even as the UNFCCC recommended a 25 to 40 percent reduction in global carbon emissions by 2020."
Written by Mridul Chadha
Published on September 26th, 2009
Posted in Climate Change, Editor's Choice, U.S., World
About ten weeks from now leaders from nearly 200 countries will meet in Copenhagen to discuss the next climate treaty. During the last two to three years governments around the world moved to and fro over contentious issues like funding, technology transfer, intellectual property rights and emission reduction targets. As the world started to look for a replacement of the Kyoto Protocol, the start was slow with no sign of urgency even as the UNFCCC recommended a 25 to 40 percent reduction in global carbon emissions by 2020."
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