Number: RL34260
Title: Climate Change: Issues Underlying Negotiations at the Bali Conference of Parties
Authors: Susan  R. Fletcher, Larry Parker, and Jane A. Leggett, Resources, Science, and Industry Division 
Abstract: Climate change negotiations to be held in Bali, Indonesia, December 3-14, 2007, are widely regarded as a critical next step in continuing to chart an international course to mitigate global warming and deal with its impacts. This report provides background on the negotiations, including brief discussions of the Kyoto Protocol, the science underlying climate concerns, progress of nations in meeting Kyoto Protocol requirements, and an overview of key issues before the negotiations in Bali.
Pages: 10
Date: November 26, 2007