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Audio: Why the US finds a global climate treaty so hard

Audio: Why the US finds a global climate treaty so hard 10 February 2012

Former UNFCCC boss Michael Zammit Cutajar explains why it is so difficult for the USA to fully engage in climate talks – and outlines the role he sees they could play in the lead up to 2015.

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Audio: What role will USA + China play in climate talks?

Audio: What role will USA + China play in climate talks? 10 February 2012

Former UNFCCC chief Michael Zammit Cutajar explores the relationship between the USA and China and asks how this will impact on any future climate treaty.

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Former UN climate chief: Successful emissions deal needs just 10 countries

Former UN climate chief: Successful emissions deal needs just 10 countries 10 February 2012

Michael Zammit Cutajar says global deal harder but greater prize to pursue; calls for end to economic defensiveness on climate change.

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Beijing announces drastic action to slash air pollution

Beijing announces drastic action to slash air pollution 9 February 2012

Government will phase out old cars, close factories and plant new forests to reduce chronic levels of pollutants.

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Workshop: How can we raise climate ambition post Durban?

Workshop: How can we raise climate ambition post Durban? 8 February 2012

What does climate ambition mean and how can it be achieved? A question for today’s RTCC workshop – with partners from SOAS, Camco and PwC.

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Who’s the next Mohamed Nasheed in the climate debate?

Who’s the next Mohamed Nasheed in the climate debate? 8 February 2012

With Mohamed Nasheed ousted, who can replace him as the leading voice for the climate change underdogs?

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Analysis: World needs a UN Global Climate Council

Analysis: World needs a UN Global Climate Council 7 February 2012

Climate talks advisor Dr Ian McGregor argues that a new UN Global Climate Council could provide the leadership for progress in cutting world emissions.

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