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The world’s future is being decided this weekend
Nicholas Stern: We must agree to halt deforestation and curtail air travel now if the Copenhagen summit is to succeed the Guardian
China and India are leading the way. Yes, I’m optimistic
Nicholas Stern: This week’s summit on climate change offered cause for confidence. But all nations now need to redouble their efforts the Guardian
Lord Stern suggests new way out of Copenhagen deadlock – Telegraph
Lord Stern, the former World Bank economist, outlines his plan to break the deadlock over climate change negotiations ahead of a key United Nations summit in Copenhagen. Telegraph.co.uk
The real green new deal
Tony Blair and Nicholas Stern: The future is bright for the world’s economies to go low-carbon – but only if we act together and support developing countries the Guardian
Lord Stern outlines plan to break deadlock
A plan to overcome obstacles to an international agreement on climate change was today outlined by Nicholas Stern… The paper presents a new approach to setting strong but achievable targets for reductions in emissions of greenhouse gases, which take into account future economic growth in developing countries. read more »
People power is crucial to making Copenhagen a success
Bob Ward: A huge show of popular support should empower our political leaders to reach a wise and visionary agreement in Copenhagen the Guardian
The time is approaching for India to take a lead on climate change
India has been viewed by many, in my view unfairly, as an obstacle to progress. Now is the time for India to move into the lead on international discussions. The … read more »
