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This fact sheet presents the Copenhagen deal by answering 10 frequently asked questions about it. The document explains the main features of the Copenhagen deal and its position in the climate change governance framework. Furthermore, the fact sheet addresses the main issues surrounding its negotiation and adoption.

This activity report  presents different options, tools and mechanisms to enhance financing for mitigation, adaptation and technology cooperation for an effective response to climate change. Further, the assessment of options, tools and mechanisms is enriched by information submitted by Parties and other observer organizations as part of the work of the AWG-LCA. It also presents relevant new information available on the investments and financial flows needed.

This analytical report analyses how the CDM mechanism progressed in 2008. The CDM has experienced rapid growth, beyond expectations. This success has led to challenges, such as lack of human resource capacity suffered by third-party certifiers – the private entities that vet each project. Therefore, despite recent developments, improvements of the mechanism are needed.

This technical document explains how individuals can use the CDM Bazaar website. The CDM Bazaar web-portal allows carbon market buyers, sellers and service providers to exchange information on clean development mechanism (CDM) project opportunities.

The NAI Update contains a summary of the outcomes of negotiations and decisions on matters relating to the preparation of national communications by Non-Annex I Parties.

The NAI Update contains a summary of the outcomes of negotiations and decisions on matters relating to the preparation of national communications by Non-Annex I Parties.

The NAI Newsletter is designed to focus on national, regional and international efforts to support Non-Annex I Parties in the implementation of the UN Convention on Climate Change. It includes information on workshops and on publications, as well as other informative materials.

The NAI Newsletter is designed to focus on national, regional and international efforts to support Non-Annex I Parties in the implementation of the UN Convention on Climate Change. It includes information on workshops and on publications, as well as other informative materials.

This technical document aims to assist newly registered CC:iNet users in the submission of content by outlining the steps to be taken for successful submission.

This activity report presents the main outcomes of a technical workshop held to promote the understanding, the development and the dissemination of measures, methodologies and tools for increasing economic resilience, including the understanding of social aspects. This note contains a summary of key discussion points, major challenges, gaps, needs, opportunities and barriers as well as a summary of recommendations and issues for follow-up and further consideration, including possible next steps under the Nairobi work programme.

This fact sheet answers five questions on climate change governance explaining why a global climate change deal is necessary and what features it should have in order to protect who will suffer most from climate change adverse impacts. Furthermore, it lists the political essentials for an effective agreement.

This activity report describes the steps in the preparation of national adaptation programmes of action (NAPAs) and explores options for addressing problems identified by NAPA teams, while building upon lessons learned and best practices. The paper then presents a possible approach for updating NAPAs, to be used by least developed country Parties.

This activity report explains the special situation of Least Developed Countries (LDCs) under the UNFCCC. It addresses inter alia the LDC Expert Group, the National Adaptation Programmes of Action and the LDC Fund.

The technical document includes a summary of the status of preparation and implementation of national adaptation programmes of action (NAPAs), It presents also a summary of discussions held between the LEG and the GEF and three of its agencies both on NAPA implementation in general and on the content of the step-by-step guide to NAPA implementation that is being developed jointly by the LEG, and the GEF and its agencies.

This technical document includes a summary of the status of preparation and implementation of national adaptation programmes of action (NAPAs). Issues discussed at a session between Ethiopia’s NAPA team and the LEG to share experiences in the preparation and implementation of that country’s NAPA are presented.

This technical document has been developed to assist Parties not included in Annex I to the Convention (non-Annex I Parties) in preparing the mitigation section of their national communications to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC). It provides the reader with an overview of mitigation in the context of climate change, sustainable development and the framework of the UNFCCC.

This technical document was developed as a guide to assist Non-Annex I Parties in the preparation of the GHG inventories for their national communications. It aims to provide a brief overview of some of the main methods, tools and data being used by Non- Annex I Parties to prepare their national GHG inventory.

This fact sheet presents background information regarding the Copenhagen Conference on climate change. By answering some frequent questions, it addresses issues like the cost of the meeting, the number of participants and the reasons behind the choice of the host city.

This technical document has been developed as a guide to assist Non-Annex I Parties in the preparation of their national communications. It is the first in a series of modules prepared on the various elements of a national communication (e.g. vulnerability and adaptation, national greenhouse gas inventories, and measures to mitigate climate change).

This activity report presents the European Regional Workshop on Article 6 of the Convention. This meeting aimed to highlight shared experiences and good practices in developing countries that are implementing national education and discusses the importance of such activities in supporting a new climate change agreement, to develop options and strategies for strengthening and expanding these activitie, to promote greater regional and international cooperation on implementing the New Delhi Work  Programme.