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Climate Change

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Thanks to agencies like the EPA, GC can offer you comprehensive information on the issue of climate change in a way that is accessible and meaningful to all parts of society.

The EPA indicates that the phrase “climate change” is growing in preferred use to “global warming” because it helps convey that there are changes in addition to rising temperatures. Whether or not you believe in these philosophies, it’s smart to recognize both sides of the argument.

Increase your knowledge using the materials below.

The Paper Consumer’s Guide to Climate Change
A thought-provoking look at how to reduce greenhouse gases with smarter paper choices.

Copenhagen Wrap-Up
A summary of the Copenhagen climate change conference, including a review of the conference document, “Copenhagen Accord.”

After COP 15, What’s the Outlook for Business?
While the Copenhagen talks yielded a non-binding political agreement, some say a better outcome would have included a more concrete set of targets.

The 15th United Nations Climate Change Conference – Day 5
A greater rift between rich and developing countries is emerging through a war of words at the 15th United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP15).

Environmental Defense Fund Innovation Exchange
Reduce your company’s global warming impacts and improve your business by building climate action into your strategy.

EPA Climate Leaders
A partnership that works with companies to develop comprehensive climate change strategies.

Chicago Climate Exchange
CCX is North America’s only cap and trade system for all six greenhouse gases.

The Cancun Agreements on Climate Change
Negotiators were able to agree on a set of texts, collectively known as the Cancun Agreements, which address important issues to long-term climate policy.

Cancun Agreement Includes Undefined Forest Initiative
The majority of details for how Reducing Emissions From Deforestation and Forest Degradation (REDD+) will work have yet to be decided.

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