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Climate Policy in the World’s Fourth Largest Country

Legal Planet

As an archipelago, Indonesia is at the prey of sea level rise. Jakarta, a city of ten million, is only two feet above sea level. Indonesia has the third largest rainforest after Brazil and Congo. This was an increased unconditional commitment compared to the 2010 pledge of 26%.

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What is COP26 and why does it matter? The complete guide

A Greener Life

Scientists estimate that emissions must be reduced by 45% by 2030, compared with 2010 levels, and from there to net zero emissions by 2050, if the world is to have a good chance of remaining within the 1.5C All countries are now being urged to revise their NDCs before Cop26 in line with a 1.5C target, the lower of the two Paris goals.

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February 2020 Updates to the Climate Case Charts

Law Columbia

Lawsuit Sought Critical Habitat Designation for Green Sea Turtles Whose Habitat Is Threatened by Sea Level Rise and Other Factors. Fish and Wildlife Service and National Marine Fisheries Service to designate critical habitat for distinct population segments of the green sea turtle. WildEarth Guardians v. Bernhardt , No.

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