Translating The Paris Agreement Into Action In The Pacific

Author : Anirudh Singh
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 327 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 2020
Category : Climatic changes
ISBN : 3030302121

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Translating the Paris Agreement Into Action in the Pacific by Anirudh Singh Pdf

This book provides an insight into how a country contributes to the GHG emissions reductions required to keep global warming within the limits set by the Paris Agreement arrived at COP21 in 2015. It shows what actions are needed for the implementation plan that Fiji will use to satisfy its quota (i.e. its Nationally Determined Contribution or NDC) of the total GHG emissions reductions. It is a primary resource material for those who wish to obtain an understanding of the science behind climate change mitigation. It reveals the behind-the-scenes action that takes place to convert the rhetoric of climate change into the action on the ground that actually reduces the GHG emissions and global warming. The book also presents a critique of methods adopted by nations in meeting their NDCs to emissions reductions as agreed at the Paris Agreement, and suggests improvements.

Author : Anirudh Singh
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 323 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 2020-01-20
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783030302115

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Translating the Paris Agreement into Action in the Pacific by Anirudh Singh Pdf

This book provides an insight into how a country contributes to the GHG emissions reductions required to keep global warming within the limits set by the Paris Agreement arrived at COP21 in 2015. It shows what actions are needed for the implementation plan that Fiji will use to satisfy its quota (i.e. its Nationally Determined Contribution or NDC) of the total GHG emissions reductions. It is a primary resource material for those who wish to obtain an understanding of the science behind climate change mitigation. It reveals the behind-the-scenes action that takes place to convert the rhetoric of climate change into the action on the ground that actually reduces the GHG emissions and global warming. The book also presents a critique of methods adopted by nations in meeting their NDCs to emissions reductions as agreed at the Paris Agreement, and suggests improvements.

Author : Andrew Dansie
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 472 pages
File Size : 42,6 Mb
Release : 2024-06-03
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9783031254635

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The Water, Energy, and Food Security Nexus in Asia and the Pacific by Andrew Dansie Pdf

Author : Aaron Baum,Emily Dougherty
Publisher : Georgetown University Press
Page : 251 pages
File Size : 45,6 Mb
Release : 2020-11-01
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9781647120474

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Georgetown Journal of International Affairs by Aaron Baum,Emily Dougherty Pdf

Climate—Change is Inevitable is the theme of the twenty-first edition of the Georgetown Journal of International Affairs. This issue confronts one of humanity’s most consequential challenges head-on in pursuit of a better world. With insights from practitioners, experts, and academics from around the globe, this edition provides a full and robust picture of the intersecting impacts of climate change—from business to security to culture and beyond. The Georgetown Journal of International Affairs (GJIA) is the flagship, peer-reviewed academic journal of the Edmund A. Walsh School of Foreign Service at Georgetown University. GJIA goes beyond the headlines in identifying and discussing trends that will shape the world, pairing the foresight of students with the wisdom of accomplished thinkers. Each print edition provides readers with a diverse array of timely, peer-reviewed content that brings unique insight to the broader international relations dialogue. The Journal features a Forum section that offers focused analysis on the theme at hand, along with seven regular sections: Business and Economics, Conflict and Security, Human Rights and Development, Society and Culture, Dialogues, Global Governance, and Science and Technology.

Author : Igor Farkaš,Paolo Masulli,Stefan Wermter
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 891 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 2020-10-19
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9783030616090

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Artificial Neural Networks and Machine Learning – ICANN 2020 by Igor Farkaš,Paolo Masulli,Stefan Wermter Pdf

The proceedings set LNCS 12396 and 12397 constitute the proceedings of the 29th International Conference on Artificial Neural Networks, ICANN 2020, held in Bratislava, Slovakia, in September 2020.* The total of 139 full papers presented in these proceedings was carefully reviewed and selected from 249 submissions. They were organized in 2 volumes focusing on topics such as adversarial machine learning, bioinformatics and biosignal analysis, cognitive models, neural network theory and information theoretic learning, and robotics and neural models of perception and action. *The conference was postponed to 2021 due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Author : Anil Kumar,Amit Pal,Surendra Singh Kachhwaha,Prashant Kumar Jain
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 1134 pages
File Size : 42,9 Mb
Release : 2021-05-25
Category : Science
ISBN : 9789811596780

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Recent Advances in Mechanical Engineering by Anil Kumar,Amit Pal,Surendra Singh Kachhwaha,Prashant Kumar Jain Pdf

This book presents the select proceedings of the second International Conference on Recent Advances in Mechanical Engineering (RAME 2020). The topics covered include aerodynamics and fluid mechanics, automation, automotive engineering, composites, ceramics and polymers processing, computational mechanics, failure and fracture mechanics, friction, tribology and surface engineering, heating and ventilation, air conditioning system, industrial engineering, IC engines, turbomachinery and alternative fuels, machinability and formability of materials, mechanisms and machines, metrology and computer-aided inspection, micro- and nano-mechanics, modelling, simulation and optimization, product design and development, rapid manufacturing technologies and prototyping, solid mechanics and structural mechanics, thermodynamics and heat transfer, traditional and non-traditional machining processes, vibration and acoustics. The book also discusses various energy-efficient renewable and non-renewable resources and technologies, strategies and technologies for sustainable development and energy & environmental interaction. The book is a valuable reference for beginners, researchers, and professionals interested in sustainable construction and allied fields.

Author : Daniel Klein,María Pía Carazo,Meinhard Doelle,Jane Bulmer,Andrew Higham
Publisher : Oxford University Press
Page : 328 pages
File Size : 49,9 Mb
Release : 2017-07-14
Category : Law
ISBN : 9780192506368

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The Paris Agreement on Climate Change by Daniel Klein,María Pía Carazo,Meinhard Doelle,Jane Bulmer,Andrew Higham Pdf

The most important climate agreement in history, the Paris Agreement on Climate Change represents the commitment of the nations of the world to address and curb climate change. Signed in December 2015, it entered into force on 4th November 2016. Countries are moving into implementation, and efforts at all levels will be needed to fulfill its ambitious goals. The Paris Climate Agreement: Commentary and Analysis combines a comprehensive legal appraisal and critique of the new Agreement with a practical and structured commentary to all its Articles. Part I discusses the general context for the Paris Agreement, detailing the scientific, political, and social drivers behind it, providing an overview of the pre-existing regime, and tracking the history of the negotiations. It examines the evolution of key concepts such as common but differentiated responsibilities, and analyses the legal form of the Agreement and the nature of its provisions. Part II comprises individual chapters on each Article of the Agreement, with detailed commentary of the provisions which highlights central aspects from the negotiating history and the legal nature of the obligations. It describes the institutional arrangements and considerations for national implementation, providing practical advice and prospects for future development. Part III reflects on the Paris Agreement as a whole: its strengths and weaknesses, its potential for further development, and its relationship with other areas of public international law and governance. The book is an invaluable resource for academics and practitioners, policy makers, and actors in the private sector and civil society, as they negotiate the implementation of the Agreement in domestic law and policy.

Author : Asian Development Bank
Publisher : Asian Development Bank
Page : 160 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 2023-08-01
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9789292702786

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Climate Finance Landscape of Asia and the Pacific by Asian Development Bank Pdf

This report assesses climate finance in Asia and the Pacific and analyzes how it can be harnessed by developing member countries to expand climate action and spur low-carbon, resilient growth. Designed to help governments and development partners identify and address barriers, it offers a subregional breakdown and underscores the need for equitable access to funds to help countries meet their climate targets. It assesses financing gaps, considers how to increase investment, and outlines ways to scale up climate finance so that it reaches the countries and sectors that need it most.

Author : Jolene Lin,Douglas A. Kysar
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 445 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 2020-10-29
Category : Law
ISBN : 9781108478465

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Climate Change Litigation in the Asia Pacific by Jolene Lin,Douglas A. Kysar Pdf

Comprehensively examines the role that litigation can play in galvanizing climate action in the Asia Pacific Region.

Author : Mozaharul Alam,Jeongho Lee,Puja Sawhney
Publisher : Springer
Page : 255 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 2018-10-31
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783319993478

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Status of Climate Change Adaptation in Asia and the Pacific by Mozaharul Alam,Jeongho Lee,Puja Sawhney Pdf

This volume provides an overview of the climate change adaptation objectives set, actions taken, and challenges faced by several countries in the Asia-Pacific region. The majority of the populations in this region struggle to make a living from subsistence agriculture, and livelihoods are highly dependent on natural ecosystem services which are likely to be severely affected by climate change. Cases discussed in this book highlight successes made by governments towards achieving adaptation objectives, and efforts required to overcome challenges. While significant economic advances have been made, the pace of growth has been slow to impact the lives of a majority of the people who live below the poverty line. The chapters highlight adaptation actions for protecting people and their livelihoods in priority sectors, maintaining food and water security, supporting socio-economic stability including poverty reduction, and climate risk management. This book also maximizes readers' insights into the knowledge gaps and limitations of stated adaptation goals, and the bottlenecks that hinder implementation in different regions.

Author : International Monetary Fund. Asia and Pacific Dept
Publisher : International Monetary Fund
Page : 127 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 2023-12-14
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9798400260315

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Bangladesh by International Monetary Fund. Asia and Pacific Dept Pdf

Bangladesh is navigating multi-faceted economic challenges. Russia’s war in Ukraine disrupted the strong economic recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic and threatened macroeconomic stability. Continued global financial tightening, coupled with existing vulnerabilities, has challenged near-term macroeconomic management. On the back of import compression, the current account deficit narrowed considerably. Nevertheless, amid an unprecedented reversal of the financial account, the overall balance of payments has deteriorated, leading to a continuous decline in foreign exchange reserves. Recent developments have underscored the need to expedite long-standing structural reforms to put the economy on an inclusive and green growth path.

Author : Walter Leal Filho
Publisher : Springer
Page : 390 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 2015-04-02
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9783319149387

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Climate Change in the Asia-Pacific Region by Walter Leal Filho Pdf

This book investigates the socio-economic impacts of Climate Change in the Asia-Pacific region. The authors put forward a strategy and action plans that can enhance the capacity of government agencies and non-governmental organizations to reduce the negative impacts of climate change. The needs and interests of critical and neglected groups are highlighted throughout the book, alongside the need for improving knowledge management on climate change. The case studies presented offer regional analyses for countries such as Australia, Bangladesh, China, Fiji, India, Mongolia, Nepal and the Philippines and cover issues such as livelihood vulnerability and displacement, climate migration, macroeconomic impacts, urban environmental governance and disaster management.

Author : Joo-Cheong Tham, Eselealofa ‘Ese’ Apinelu,Julien Barbara,Motoky Hayakawa,Elise Howard,Om Katel,Romitesh Kant,Khalisah Khalid,Melissa Low,Niranjan Sahoo
Publisher : International Institute for Democracy and Electoral Assistance (International IDEA)
Page : 239 pages
File Size : 50,7 Mb
Release : 2023-06-02
Category : Science
ISBN : 9789176716342

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Climate Change and Democracy: Insights from Asia and the Pacific by Joo-Cheong Tham, Eselealofa ‘Ese’ Apinelu,Julien Barbara,Motoky Hayakawa,Elise Howard,Om Katel,Romitesh Kant,Khalisah Khalid,Melissa Low,Niranjan Sahoo Pdf

Democracy is on trial in the climate crisis. It is charged with having failed to prevent dangerous climate change. To its critics, the very same features of democracy praised as its defining virtues—popular sovereignty, the accountability and responsiveness of elected officials, public debate and deliberation—are handicaps that impede effective climate action. However, this trial is not over and it would not be safe to deliver a verdict at this stage. The case for authoritarian regimes is flawed in both theory and practice and while it is late for preventing the worst impacts of climate change, there is still a window to provide a climate-safe future. Here, it is overwhelmingly democratic nations that are taking the lead. With this in mind, this Report focuses on democracy and the climate crisis in the Asia and the Pacific region. A regional approach based on case studies has been chosen to contextualize the challenges to democracy arising from this crisis. The Asia and the Pacific region is significant for several reasons—it is the most populous in the world; it is a region that will be disproportionately affected by climate change and where many countries are considered highly vulnerable; and, as this Report makes clear, it is also a place where there have been vibrant innovations to democratic institutions and practices for dealing with the climate crisis.

Author : OECD,The World Bank
Publisher : OECD Publishing
Page : 70 pages
File Size : 54,8 Mb
Release : 2016-11-10
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9789264266919

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Climate and Disaster Resilience Financing in Small Island Developing States by OECD,The World Bank Pdf

Storms, hurricanes, and cyclones have been a feature of life on Small Island Developing States (SIDS) for centuries. But climate change is now increasing the intensity of these disasters, as well as creating new developmental challenges - like rising sea levels and increasing ocean acidity - ...

Author : United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific
Publisher : United Nations
Page : 180 pages
File Size : 45,8 Mb
Release : 2018-01-11
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9789213622599

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The Asia-Pacific Disaster Report 2017 by United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific Pdf

This report examines the state of resilience of the region vis-à-vis the goals and targets relating to disaster risk reduction. It highlights some of the tools and approaches for resilience-building focusing on those that could possibly offer transformative shifts to achieve those goals and targets. Finally, it offers a reflection on the way forward for the region, including specific regional action that could be prioritized to support efforts by countries to achieve resilience to disasters and the whole 2030 Agenda.