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Kyoto Protocol

Aimed at fighting global warming, the Kyoto Protocol is an international agreement associated to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC). Initially adopted in Kyoto, Japan, it was signed and ratified by 191 states as of July 2010.

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What reasons are various countries reluctant to make firm commitments to make deep reductions in greenhouse gases?

  • They believe reducing greenhouse gases will reduce the standard of living in their countries.
  • Most of the emissions come from just a few rich nations.
  • They believe reducing greenhouse gases will not make a difference on climate change.

How many countries signed the charter agreement in 1945?

5o countries (Poland was added later as the 51st). What I need to know is, what were the names of the other 50 initial signatory states.

How much carbon release from burning a tree?

Burning a tree releases approximately 50% of its carbon content back into the atmosphere as carbon dioxide. On average, a mature tree can store about 48 pounds (approximately 22 kilograms) of carbon per year, translating to around 1 ton (about 900 kilograms) over its lifetime. Therefore, when a tree is burned, it can release a significant amount of carbon dioxide, contributing to greenhouse gas emissions and climate change. The exact amount varies depending on the tree species, size, and moisture content.

How many interstate highways pass through Oklahoma?

Oklahoma is served by ten interstate highways, which are I-35, I-40, I-44, I-240, I-235, I-70, I-80, I-90, I-16, and I-20. These highways facilitate transportation and connectivity within the state and to neighboring regions. The major interstates, such as I-40 and I-35, are crucial for cross-country travel.

What does it mean to sign but not ratify the Kyoto protocol?

Treaties such as the Kyoto Protocol are negotiated in good faith by authorised persons from each country planning to take part in that treaty. At the end of the negotiating process, when all parties are in agreement, a repesentative from each participating country signs the accord to show that it truly represents the outcome that was negotiated.

However, the treaty is not binding on a country until it is ratified by the country's governing body, usually the parliament or congress.

Ceorgivs v graomnrexfiddefindimpplease tell if its worth keeping?

More information is needed. Your coin is almost certainly British, but you also need to supply its denomination and condition. Please post a new question so that it will be possible to ID your coin.

The motto is several words, not one, and variations of it are found on all British coins. It's heavily abbreviated Latin for "George the 5th, by the Grace of God King of All Britain, Defender of the Faith, and Emperor of India"

Why does Kyoto protocol expire in 2013 Will every country be able to emit as much CO2 as it wants after expiration What is the point if it expires so early?

They could but they won't, countries will have restructured lifestyles and industries to meet or be close to meeting the CO2 levels set. The early expiry will herald a new protocol where the next set of measures and a timescale for implementation will be agreed -----------------------------------------------------

The United Nations Climate Change Conference in Copenhagen (30 November 2009 - 11 December 2009) will determine the strategy going forward after Kyoto. The goal is to enter into a binding global climate agreement that will apply to the period after 2012.

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Does Kyoto protocol give concessions to developing countries?

Under the current writing, developing countries are not required to make any emission reductions. The recent United Nations Climate Change Conference hopes to change that, with a 2015 target date for an updated agreement that would include all countries.

What are the objectives of Kyoto protocol?

The purpose of the Kyoto Protocol was to reduce the emission of greenhouse gases across the globe. 192 nations have signed the Kyoto Protocol, though only 37 of them have binding carbon emission targets.

Who originates Kyoto Protocol?

The Kyoto Protocol was adopted in December 1997 in Kyoto, Japan, primarily through the efforts of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC). The treaty was negotiated by representatives from various countries, with significant contributions from industrialized nations that aimed to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. The protocol entered into force in February 2005 and set legally binding targets for developed countries to decrease their emissions.