Fears are growing that failure to agree a new deal could see the Kyoto Protocol lapse, removing binding emissions targets from many countries and the regulatory regime that supports an international carbon market. Governments must come to Durban willing to compromise to stop that happening.
Arab Spring perfect timing for Desertec
Backers of the €400bn ($550bn) Desertec solar project are growing increasingly bullish over its prospects, with the political landscape across the Middle East and North Africa shifting towards more democratic structures.
22 November 2011 15:08 GMT
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25 November 2012 17:07 GMT
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