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The Kyoto Protocol
The Kyoto Protocol is an international agreement. It became law on February 16th 2005.
Most scientists agree that the Kyoto Protocol isn't the complete answer. But it is a good start.
How does the Kyoto Protocol work?
Scientists believe we have to cut the amounts of carbon dioxide being released from now on. The Kyoto Protocol sets targets for the maximum amount of pollution rich countries can produce. The world's biggest polluter - the United States - hasn't signed the agreement.
Did you know?
The UK has to keep greenhouse gas releases to 12.5% below 1990 levels between 2008 and 2012. We met this target in 1999 but by 2004 we were dangerously close to breaching it.
Action at home
The UK has a lot of influence on the world political stage. We could be world leaders in the battle against climate change. The UK Government says it wants a 20% cut in Co2 pollution by 2010. But levels have been rising not falling in recent years.
Friends of the Earth says "Government should cut Co2 every year from now on." But unless we wean ourselves off dirty old technologies it will be difficult to cut.
Listed below are some useful links to information that further explains what it is all about.
What causes climate change?
Friends of the Earth secures Climate Bill
UK could miss Kyoto gas target
Fossil fuels or Nuclear?
Press Releases from Friends of the Earth
How can you help?
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