Negotiating the Protocol

The adoption of the Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) in 1992 was a major step forward in tackling the problem of global warming. Yet as greenhouse gas (GHG) emission levels continued to rise around the world, it became increasingly evident that only a firm and binding commitment by developed countries to reduce emissions could send a signal strong enough to convince businesses, communities and individuals to act on climate change. Member countries of the UNFCCC therefore began negotiations on a Protocol – an international agreement linked to the existing Treaty, but standing on its own.

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Environmental guru Emil Salim said Monday that the world could expect to see a new attitude toward global warming with the political changes in Australia and the United States, both major emitters of carbon dioxide.

“I am convinced that we are going to have a new regime to address the global warming issue on the back of Australia’s election results and the anticipated changes on the U.S. political stage,” said Emil, speaking at a training session by held by Leadership for Environment and Development (LEAD).

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