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Climate Change Conference Poised for Breakthrough

The United Nations Climate Change Conference, which kicked off in Bali on Monday, is poised for a breakthrough in international climate change negotiations.

U.N. Climate Conference Adopts Plan to Negotiate New Global Warming Pact by 2009
A U.N. climate conference adopted in Bali a plan to negotiate a new global warming pact by 2009 after the U.S. delegation accepted a compromise proposal.

Climate Change Threatening Glaciers in Nepal: Experts
At least 20 glaciers in Nepal are facing threat of breaking down anytime due to the climate change, The Himalayan Times reported on Monday.

China Contributes to Reducing Gas Emission
A senior Chinese official said Sunday that all countries should shoulder common but differentiated responsibility in reducing greenhouse gas emission based on their national situations and levels of economic development.

Climate Change

Climate Change
Climate refers to the average weather experienced over a long period. This includes temperature, wind and rainfall patterns. The climate of the Earth is not static, and has changed many times in response to a variety of natural causes.

Adaptation to Climate Change
Adaptation to climate change is a reality for all countries, and a comprehensive framework that allows all countries to adapt has to be created, said a UN climate body chief in Balion Monday.

Kyoto Protocol

As a result of the Protocol, governments have already put, and are continuing to put legislation and policies in place to meet their commitments; a carbon market has been created; and more and more businesses are making the investment decisions needed for a climate-friendly future.

For Environmental Protection