COP15 Montreal: 3 days of ministerial talks on Post-2020 GBF end with limited success
The final text of the GBF is expected to be released on the morning of December 18, local time
Monkeying with money
Reluctantly funding developing countries for research on CFC substitutes is another exercise in enriching multinationals who created much of the …
What's the panic all about?
Atmospheric researchers are being criticised for selfishly creating panic by exaggerating the consequences of a depleted ozone layer
The road ahead
While the protocol has succeeded in lowering consumption of CFCs, developing countries still bear the cost burden of using and developing substitutes
Measure for measure
Some countries have failed to live up to commitments. But measures to ensure compliance to the protocol do not address the issue of North-South …
Indian report will stir up Copenhagen meet
An Indian government report that criticises and asks for several amendments in the Montreal Protocol is expected to generate heated debate among …
COP15: Marginalised groups urge ‘meaningful’ integration of human rights in post-2020 GBF
Human Rights and Biodiversity Working Group says there are gaps in the GBF related to human-rights relevant indicators
Panel to smooth North-South squabbles on GEF
A special committee is being set up to solve clashes between the industrialised and developing countries over national and international gains in …
Anxiety helps hasten ozone safety deadlines
Despite Third World pleas for generous grace periods, Montreal Protocol nations have moved forward the phase-out dates for chemicals threatening …
COP15 CBD: Disclose biodiversity impact, address harmful subsidies, urges EU
Bulk of financial resources for implementation of targets needs to come domestically, says European Commission
Can Montreal be another Paris? Hopes build up after COP15 President’s text includes key demands
The text of the Post-2020 Global Biodiversity Framework has included targets to halt and reverse biodiversity, respect indigenous rights among others
Montreal Protocol: India and others block discussions on HFCs
Indian Environment Minister Prakash Javadekar asks developed countries to initiate collaborations to make the alternatives to HFCs more cost …
Discussions on HFCs at Montreal Protocol: one step forward, two steps back
No progress in discussions on HFCs in the “informal group” constituted following discussions in the plenary
Substance Abuse
The Montreal Protocol was meant to eliminate Ozone-depleting substances. It is turning out to be a technology trap for Indian industry. And …
Biological Diversity (Amendment) Bill, 2022 passed
It has to be ensured that these amendments help India meet the targets set up under the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework
Here comes the ozone brigade
Indian manufacturers of CFCs are no longer fatalistic about winding up, but they are banding together to overcome ploys that will gag attempts to …
CSE to host side event at Montreal Protocol meet
Transition to energy efficient appliances using climate friendly gases need of the hour, says Delhi non-profit
How Chinese foam manufacturers are undermining the Montreal Protocol
To save on the higher cost of alternatives, Chinese foam manufacturers are using banned chlorofluorocarbons that are considered more …
Protracted recovery
As the UN celebrates 30th anniversary of Montreal Protocol, scientists warn of new threats to the ozone layer that has begun to heal
‘OECMs are a win-win for conservation and community’
Down To Earth talks to conservationist Vinod Mathur to learn more about India’s roadmap to conserve its marine regions
The ozone threat
Alternatives to banned ozone-depleting substances may jeopardise the effectiveness of the Montreal Protocol
Spotlight on HFCs on day-one of Montreal Protocol meet
India’s softened stance renews hopes for discussions that could result in an equitable regime to phase down the super greenhouse gases
Global Environmental Governance
Global environmental negotiations on issues such as climate change, biodiversity and desertification often seem to be far removed from the …
Hush!
The refrigerant and air conditioning industry in India remains quiet about its moves post 2002 when it stops using chlorofluorocarbons. Is it …
A case of myopia?
For manufacturers of ozone destorying substances in the South its time to make a tough call. The protocol brings the bigwigs of the North-based …