(...) It is pathetic that very little attention is paid to countries such as those in Africa, which have had little or no responsibility for greenhouse-gas emissions but now suffer the consequences. These effects take various forms – from direct impact, such as the droughts and floods of recent months -- to the indirect, such as the unintended consequences of action being taken to cut emissions. These include the food-miles issue, as well as pressure to develop biofuels, with the potential loss of agricultural land, as well as possibilities for economic benefits. These are complex issues, with social and economic ramifications. They require long-range policies and detailed planning. And above all, it requires statesmanship and altruism of the highest order (...)
this post is provided by chinadialogue. it is ghana's commissioner annan cato who highlites the african perspective on climate change.
this post is provided by chinadialogue. it is ghana's commissioner annan cato who highlites the african perspective on climate change.
