6 September 2006
CLIMATE WORKSHOP CONSIDERS WAYS TO SLOW DEFORESTATION
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Ways to reduce emissions from deforestation in developing countries was the focus of a recent workshop held in Rome.

The workshop, which took place from 30 August to 1 September 2006, was hosted by the Italian government and UN Food and Agriculture Organization.

Deforestation is responsible for more than one-fifth of global greenhouse gas emissions, […]

Ways to reduce emissions from deforestation in developing countries was the focus of a recent workshop held in Rome.

The workshop, which took place from 30 August to 1 September 2006, was hosted by the Italian government and UN Food and Agriculture Organization. Deforestation is responsible for more than one-fifth of global greenhouse gas emissions, and has recently been the subject of increasing interest and discussion by parties to the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change.

Link to further information
UNFCCC news release (4 September 2006)


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