"The danger posed by war to all of humanity - and to our planet - is at least matched by the climate crisis and global warming. I believe that t he world has reached a critical stage in its efforts to exercise responsible environmental stewardship."

- UN Secretary General Ban Ki-moon

  


Parliament and Climate Change

 

 

We are now accepting registrations for the The Parliaments and Climate Change course scheduled to begin August 1, 2011! Please register here now!

Organizations such as the World Bank, bi-lateral agencies, civil society groups, and indeed parliamentary organizations have acknowledged the significance of climate change and are taking active steps towards educating the parliamentary community on the nature, impact and opportunities for effective policy change. Recognizing that a major challenge on moving forward to educate constituents, support local  legislation, and internationally reduce greenhouse gas emissions is access to knowledge, this introductory course seeks to provide an examination of the impacts of climate change on social and environmental development and their direct correlation to the economic sustainability of a nation in the long-term.  The Parliaments and Climate Change module covers the foundation of the science of climate change by introducing the concept of greenhouse gasses, improving the understanding of climate systems and encouraging more responsible environmental behavior through fossil fuel, forestry and agricultural activities. Learners will discuss what actions can feasibly be taken to minimize the harm and maximize the benefits within a community, country or region while also decreasing the amount of greenhouse gasses in the atmosphere. Finally, the module will discuss climate change in the international political arena and the role for parliamentary institutions in reducing the impact and effect of climate change.

Interested in learning more? Register! And if you have questions, please send an email to parliamentarystrengthening@gmail.com.

 
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Unit 1 The Climate System
Unit 2 Observed Changes and Impacts
Unit 3 Observed Changes: Evidence of Human Impact on Climate Change
Unit 4 Observed Changes: Ecological and Socioeconomic Systems
Unit 5 Projected Climate Changes and Impacts
Unit 6 Projected Changes and Impacts on Ecological and Socioeconomic Systems
Unit 7 Projected Changes and Impacts on Regions
Unit 8 Responding to Climate Change through International Negotiations
Unit 9 Responses to Climate Change: Adaptation
Unit 10 Responses to Climate Change: Mitigation
Unit 11 Responses to Climate Change: Policies and Frameworks
Unit 12 Overview of Financial Instruments to Address Climate Change
Unit 13 Responses to Climate Change: Tools
Unit 14 The Role of Parliaments and Climate Change