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For a global deal in Copenhagen that is ambitious and fair

“For a global deal in Copenhagen that is ambitious and fair.” Joint article by Bernard Kouchner, French Minister of Foreign and European Affairs, and six other European Foreign Ministers. Published in the French newspaper Liberation on November 16.

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A 4ºC temperature increase would have dramatic consequences on the planet

The British government has launched a map illustrating the global consequences of failing to keep climate change to less than 2 degrees. The document shows some of the potential consequences on human activity. It emphasizes the severe effects on water availability, agricultural productivity, extreme temperatures, drought, the risk of forest fires and the sea level rise.

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