Wetlands International at Climate Summit Durban

Wetlands International will be present at the upcoming climate talks in Durban (28 November – 9 December). This global NGO will show the important role that wetlands can play to adapt to climate change, with specific attention for wetlands in the dry and vulnerable parts of Africa. Wetlands International also continues its call for incentives to conserve and restore carbon-rich wetlands peat soils under a new climate treaty. In Durban, country delegations will negotiate next steps towards a new climate agreement. One of the big questions is if the Kyoto Protocol will continue to exist to ensure binding agreements on the reduction of emissions. Another major issue is how vulnerable countries will be supported to adapt to the impacts of climate change. Read More