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Its over before it starts?
Published 15th November 2009 - 17 comments - 5005 views -
So the big news is that Obama is backing the idea of postponing any major decision that could have been decided in Copenhagen. Now what we are looking at is a political accord that will set the ground work for a possible binding deal in 2010 in Mexico or Germany.
So has all the hype, all the actions, all the protests, the events, activism and blogging been a waste of time? Nothing we want will come from the COP15 conference, we will have to wait for the COP16 and hope that a deal can be made there? Should we be resigned to the fact, that possible no deal will be done?
I have lost faith in our world leaders on this issue. It seems to have been all talk and no commitment. Copenhagen will be a little cosy session with everyone having a nice chat over a cup of tea, as they don't have a big job to do anymore. They don't have to make a hard decision on targets, levels of funding and verification of commitments.
When are we going to get this agreement? World leaders hae known since 1997 that we would have to have an agreement around now. And they act shocked and as if we have suddenly sprang this on them. They have no excuses, this is their fault, and maybe we should let them know that where it hurts them most. At the ballot box.
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Why put the blame on Obama, Stephen? Informed sources say that China and Indonesia are very much opposed to having stronger language about climate change in the Apec communiqué. We live in a world where developing nations wish to pursue economic growth and developed nations don’t want to cripple their weakened economies with extra restrictions. The twain cannot be met. We may have a deal in 2013. But don’t hold your breath.
Oh I dont blame Obama alone, its his backing of it is the tipping point. All leaders bear responsibility for this Eamonn.
Mm… one wonders why the meeting will be held, if there is no realistic hope about a binding agreement, that everyone agrees must come. After all it will cost plenty of money, power and time for everyone involved.
yea, thats my thinking aswell Daniel! I think they just want to meet up and say hi and exchange photos of their kids and cabinets! Cause nothing substantial will come from this!
Similar article in the telegraph.
Yup, I’m with Daniel too.
How much does #COP15 cost?
argh, i cant remember Adela! I think we were told at the launch event, its costing a lot thats all I know!
Tourism. Imagine how much Denmark wil make. It is depressing to see that people like Obama say - oh we have only 22 days, nothing can happen. Guess what. You guys had YEARS and didn’t do nothing.
@Eamonn, I don’t think it’s a case of blaming Obama, But where he goes, others follow, so all eyes (rightly or wrongly) are on him to get a good deal in December. A lot of pressure for one man really.
@Jack, Copenhagen will gain on tourism and im sure there wont be a hotel bed got between 15th and 20th! Buts thats all that will come of it! and i agree with you! they have had years! They knew this deadline was coming since 1997!
@Lara, yup, you are right on Obama!
Do you reckon he knows how much influence he has?
Lara, I dont think he doses. But I don’t think any politician when they first gain office realise that. Even after a year, takes a bit more to realise it.
Leaders and politicians change. So do economies and situation is world.
There is a lot of pressure out there on everyone.
There could not be binding deal at COP15, but, if it comes to tea drinking then it is damn ****. But there should be input. For me it matters that there is a move and input to solve this out.
An political official cannot let spend one historic time.
It is the constraint of the moment!
Obama is being very cautious with his decision making. It seems there are not many elected leaders that are willing to make major breakthroughs in their first year.
I think Obama has his own reason for his decisions. We just have to respect that.
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It is allot of talk an no action.. But what can we do but let the politicians know when we vote.
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