7.7 - Proposals for International Action

International action is needed to cut carbon emissions mainly because

A binding climate agreement is one that

AOSIS is best described as

Which is an example of climate finance?

The Kyoto Agreement is best described as

One major reason binding agreements are difficult is that countries

For many Caribbean countries, a strong reason to support international emissions cuts is

Trinidad and Tobago exports oil and gas. In climate negotiations, this country may be cautious about strict targets mainly because

A small island with low emissions argues that large historical emitters should cut faster and provide support. This argument is mainly about

A country signs an agreement but refuses to report its emissions data. Which major problem does this create?

A global agreement asks countries to reduce emissions from deforestation. Which action best fits this goal?

If the English-speaking Caribbean produces about 0.2% of global CO₂ emissions, approximately how much would that be if global emissions were 50 gigatonnes (Gt) of CO₂ per year?

A meeting proposes: ‘All countries must cut emissions by the same percentage, starting next year, with no financial support.’ Why might many developing countries oppose this?

Which statement best explains why a major emitter’s participation matters for global agreements?

A proposal says: ‘Countries that cut emissions fastest should also receive the most financial support.’ Which critique is MOST reasonable?

A negotiator tries to build a binding agreement using three features: 1) national emissions targets 2) public reporting every year 3) a review process with consequences for missing targets Which feature most directly strengthens enforcement?

A Caribbean delegate says: “Even if we cut our emissions to zero tomorrow, we still need strong global action.” Which reasoning best supports this claim?

Two countries argue over fairness: • Country X: high historical emissions, high income • Country Y: low historical emissions, lower income Which principle best supports asking Country X to cut earlier and fund some support?

A draft agreement allows countries to set any target they like, with no common rules for measuring emissions. What is the biggest weakness?

AOSIS pushes for strong temperature limits (often linked to 1.5 °C). Why is this especially important for small islands?

A negotiation ends with a ‘non-binding pledge’ instead of a treaty. Which outcome is most likely compared with a binding deal?