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Our Journey In Pictures

Our Journey In Pictures

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U.S. Step Aside, Developing Countries Step Up

U.S. Step Aside, Developing Countries Step Up

By Maggie Rees As the negotiations continue, it seems that one of the only ways for progress to happen is if the United States steps aside.  The US has been blocking other developed countries and developing countries from the progress they wish to see in Durban.  China has shown optimistic signals and a willingness to contribute to a legally binding agreement, sharper emissions cuts, or some sort of commitment.  The United States, on the other hand, … Read entire article »

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Kunjani?

Maggie Rees A quick Zulu lesson… Kunjani? – How are you? Ngiphilile – I am well IMG_0229 Here in Durban, ngiphilile!  I am well! But, how are the negotiations?  Some say it is too early to tell.  After nearly a week of negotiations, things are moving rather slowly for the decision-makers.  The opening week in Durban has gone smoothly.  There has been good progress with many technical decisions that needed to be made before next week. Although some things are progressing in the negotiations, it has been noted that climate skeptics in the United States have reached a peak.  Despite the science showing temperature increases, there has been a recent rise in Americans’ denial that the climate is changing.  NOAA indicates that seven of the eight warmest years on record have occurred since 2001.  All ten … Read entire article »

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Welcome to Durban: a world of uncertainty

Welcome to Durban: a world of uncertainty

By: Maggie Rees 20,000 people, 75 degrees, interviews, meetings, and more meetings.  Durban is certainly overwhelming and exciting.  It’s so funny how we are right in the middle of all the action and still have no idea what’s actually going on.  Times like these you realize how essential press briefings are.  Yesterday, November 28, 2011, I attended a press briefing by Climate Action Network International (CAN).  Along with CAN, Oxfam, World Wildlife Foundation (WWF) International, and … Read entire article »

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