DUBAI—In the early hours of November 6, the 27th Meeting of the Parties to the Montreal Protocol ended negotiations with a clear agreement to address the consumption and production of HFCs (hydrofluorocarbons), but stopped short of a legal amendment to the Protocol to phase down the gases. “The Montreal Protocol has almost 30 years of […]
By Avipsa Mahapatra, EIA Global Climate and HFC Campaign Manager This week the world has turned its focus to Dubai, as an extremely critical global agreement may emerge at the annual meeting of the Montreal Protocol, the treaty that saved the ozone layer. At this meeting, a formal contact group to begin negotiations on a […]
The Mayflower Hotel ballroom in Washington, D.C. was filled to the brim with dignitaries, human rights advocates, and allies to celebrate the Washington Office on Latin America’s (WOLA) 10th Annual Human Rights Awards gala. The award honors organizations or individuals who have demonstrated extraordinary efforts to promote human rights, democracy, and justice in Latin America. […]
EIA recognizes new commitment to shut down trade in stolen resources; Does not support TPP due to overall threats to environment WASHINGTON, D.C.—The current model of free trade agreements, including the text released today of the recently concluded Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP), creates enormous perils for the environment. The race to secure greater access to natural […]
DUBAI — Today the world’s governments agreed to start formal negotiations to phase down the production and consumption of HFCs (hydrofluorocarbons), potent greenhouse gases used primarily in refrigeration and air-conditioning. At an extended preparatory meeting of the Montreal Protocol, Parties agreed a mandate for a contact group to begin deliberations at the 27th Meeting of the […]
EIA has been advocating for years for an amendment to the Montreal Protocol to phase out some of the most potent super greenhouse gases (GHG) known as hydrofluorocarbons. The Montreal Protocol has a vital role to play in addressing climate change as it becomes increasingly clear that GHG emissions reduction targets pledged by Parties to […]