Developing countries will account for an estimated two-thirds to three-fourths of greenhouse gas increases over the next decade, yet nothing in the Copenhagen agreement will even slow that trend. Industrialised countries simply must hope – and pay an estimated $140bn annually – for developing countries to pursue green policies. Full Story »
Posted by Derek Hawkins - via NewsRack (Energy), AllTopTo:
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Cohen argues that if the third world plus China aren't forced to commit to specific greenhouse gas emission reductions under a new UN treaty, all is for naught. He cites a US/China bilateral agreement but fails to see that as a first step in a model that could be expanded upon. Instead, he conjures up a vision of the UN forcing Americans out of their SUVs. Overall, not very persuasive to me.
