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Copenhagen de-briefing: an analysis of COP15 for long-term cooperation

This report begin with a discussion of the dynamics between developing and developed countries that have influenced the debates. This is then followed with a description of the financial mechanisms, requirement for short and long-term funds, and problems with the current institutional arrangements. Then highlight some of the mechanisms in place to help countries mitigate climate change that were under discussion in Copenhagen. In particular, it focus on: technology transfer; Reducing Emissions for Deforestation in Developing Countries (REDD); the Clean Development Mechanism (CDM) and Joint Implementation. Finally, It conclude with a discussion of the Copenhagen Accord and an analysis of the Accord