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03 Dec 2008
The impact of climate change on the Russian Arctic: analysis and paths to solving the problem
This illustrated and compact brochure presents data on the impact of climate change in the Russian Arctic. The text compiles scientific observations, witness accounts from local residents, and data on current and foreseen damage due to climate change. » Read more

02 Dec 2008
A blueprint for a climate friendly cement industry
"Blueprint for a climate friendly cement industry"report finds that the global cement industry can avoid up to 90% of emissions projected under a frozen technology scenario.
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25 Nov 2008
Free pollution permits for the Polish power sector?
How Polish households are filling the pockets of European energy giants » Read more

25 Nov 2008
Briefing: A week ahead of Poznan
Where is Europe's climate leadership? » Read more

25 Nov 2008
A CLOSING WINDOW OF OPPORTUNITY - GLOBAL GREENHOUSE REALITY 2008
Science shows that global warming is accelerating faster than previously thought. The window of opportunity to limit the global mean temperature rise well below 2° C compared to preindustrial levels is closing rapidly.
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21 Nov 2008
Switching to Efficient Lighting - The Policy Proposal at EU level
The EU is about to vote a policy to increase the energy efficiency of lighting products. Its level of ambition is a crucial issue, since it will influence market transformation and innovation. » Read more

20 Nov 2008
A Global Financial Architecture for Climate Change
Finance and Investment from Developed to Developing Countries » Read more

17 Nov 2008
Amur-Heilong River Basin
It is strange that the Amur-Heilong River is still unknown to the modern world, being one of the 10 largestrivers on Earth. Even its name conveys mystique and legend from historic times. European world maps use thename Amur, whereas China uses the name Heilongjiang, or “Black Dragon River”, for the same river. » Read more

17 Nov 2008
Limits for the use of Clean Development Mechanism and Joint Implementation certificates within the EU Emissions trading Scheme in Germany 2008-2012
The European Union Emissions Trading System (EU ETS) enables the use of emission reduction credits from projects within the scope of the Clean Development Mechanism (CDM) and Joint Implementation (JI) as proof of compliance with the emission reduction obligations. » Read more

04 Nov 2008
Promoting responsible forest trade of Bolivian Lesser-Known Timber Species (LKTS)
GOOD WOOD AND FOREST CONSERVATION
Many will find it strange that WWF, the global conservation organization, would promote timber and logging -- particularly in tropical forests. But the fact is that WWF does support forest industries in all parts of the world provided that they practice socially and environmentally responsible forest management. While WWF continues work to protect the most ecologically valuable forests in reserves, we see responsible forestry as a key component of sustainable development that can and should go hand in hand with forest conservation. » Read more

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