Africa: Churches Speak Out on Global Warming and Development (AllAfrica.com)- global warming news

The survival of African communities is threatened by the destructive consequences of climate change attributed largely to industrial pollution of the atmosphere by the industrialized countries. The Fourth Report of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) concludes that climate change is happening now, and that it is man-made with the consequences already being felt, particularly in the poorest and most vulnerable communities. The AACC therefore calls upon all the industrialized countries to implement all provisions of the Kyoto Protocol as an initial step, and that after its expiry in 2012, that this is followed by new and higher commitments based on historic responsibility and development equity. The AACC calls for global responsible leadership - both in the North and in the South, in the support for a real and actual reduction of greenhouse gas emissions, while at the same time preserving the right of all people to reach a dignified level of sustainable development. Make binding commitments to support adaptation measures in the countries of Africa, Caribbean and Pacific (ACP) in accordance with the targets agreed in the Kyoto Protocol, and establish frameworks and mechanisms to deliver sufficient and accessible adaptation funds and support, particularly to the most vulnerable populations. The funds and support for adaptation measures must be integrated within development processes in ACP, but must be in addition to, and separate from, current commitments on official development assistance (ODA). read more

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