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Floods and droughts: Why are climatic phenomena intensifying in Latin America?
From: COP Connection. Floods and droughts are extreme events that will occur with increasing frequency and intensity in the region. The main reason for this climatic variation is global warming. Chile, Peru and Brazil are some of the countries that will face these changes.
See moreThe emissions reduction proposals of 36 countries in simple
There are already 36 countries that have made public their commitment to reduce emissions through 'Intended Nationally Determined Contributions' (INDCs). But do you know why they are so important?
See moreThe Climate Change Time Machine at the Expo Sustainable Management 2015
Today began the most important Social Responsibility meeting in the country: EXPO Sustainable Management. Organized by Perú 2021 and the Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú for the past 12 years, this event seeks to promote and disseminate the socially and environmentally responsible behavior of companies in Peru.
See moreMinistry of Environment launches sector proposal for the short, medium and long term
During an event held on Friday, April 25 at the Westin Hotel (Lima-Peru), the Minister of the Environment, Manuel Pulgar-Vidal, indicated that one of the main objectives of 'Environment in Action' is to achieve greater representation of environmental issues in the eyes of the public, as well as in the eyes of the various sectors of government and the economy.
See moreCOP21: Seven issues that could make or break the climate agreement in 2015
From: COP Connection. Translation of the article by science communicator Leigh Philips on the challenges that exist in the world to achieve a climate agreement at the next COP in Paris.
See moreEarth Day: What can those most vulnerable to climate change do?
From: COP Connection. Today, Earth Day, it is worth asking: what happens to the poor, women and children, the populations most affected by global warming and who survive through agriculture? Several leaders, such as Ban Ki-moon and Barack Obama, are urging us to work to change this pressing reality.
See morePrivate companies strengthen climate agenda towards COP21
Business leaders met today to define their commitments in the fight against climate change through the 7C initiative, an innovative virtual platform that shows in real time the actions and good corporate practices of companies committed to this global problem.
See morePeru's National Contribution (INDC): an ongoing process
"Peru's National Contribution reflects the commitment of all actors and sectors in the construction of a country vision," said the Minister of the Environment and President of COP20/CMP10, Manuel Pulgar-Vidal, during the presentation of Peru's progress in the process of formulating the Intended Nationally Determined Contributions (INDC).
See moreSUNASS participates in the VII World Water Forum in South Korea
SUNASS, the Swiss Water Association and Forest Trends participated in the VII World Water Forum, which is being held in South Korea until April 17.
See moreCOP21: Ten points still pending to achieve the best INDCs
The COP21 to be held in December in Paris is expected to achieve a robust global agreement with a very high level of ambition that will reduce greenhouse gases (GHG) in the world.
See moreMexico presents its INDC and expects to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 25% by 2030
The Mexican government pledged on Friday to reduce greenhouse gas and compound emissions by 25 % by 2030, compared to the current scenario, a figure that could rise to 40 % if it receives international aid.
See moreINDC: U.S. and Russia present ambitious greenhouse gas reduction commitments
The United States pledges to reduce its emissions by 26% to 28% by 2025, compared to 2005 levels, while Russia will reduce its greenhouse gas emissions by 20% to 25% by 2030, compared to 1990 levels.
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