Monthly Archives: December 2009

Amid Blizzards, Protests, and Lock-downs, Population Gets Stunning Moments in the Sun in Copenhagen

Posted on December 17, 2009 by Kathleen Mogelgaard

Originally published on the New Security Beat The second week of negotiations here in Copenhagen has been marked by dramatic events, as the deadline for a new global agreement to address climate change approaches. Blocs of negotiators from developing countries … Continue reading →

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Let the Human Face of Climate Change Emerge in Copenhagen

Posted on December 14, 2009 by Karen Hardee

As the Conference of Parties (COP) of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) convenes in Copenhagen for its 15th  meeting, all eyes are  on targets to reduce carbon emissions.  At the same time, the irony of climate … Continue reading →

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Climate Change, Family Planning and Reproductive Health

Posted on December 9, 2009 by Karen Hardee

As countries negotiate climate change solutions in Copenhagen, family planning and reproductive health should be among the adaption strategies on the table. At the same time, the world should not shy away from addressing population as a factor related to … Continue reading →

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The Human Faces of Climate Change in Ethiopia

Posted on December 4, 2009 by Karen Hardee

Originally published on RH Reality Check The old adage, think globally and act locally, should be heeded in discussing solutions to climate change.  While changes in industrialized country consumption patterns and technological solutions are needed to help stop the flow … Continue reading →

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