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Reining in Phaëthon’s Chariot: Principles for the Governance of Geoengineering

2012

Scholarly Work

Adam D.K. Abelkop, Jonathan C. Carlson

This article aims to contribute to the emerging debate about geoengineering by suggesting governance principles and mechanisms, primarily focused on the more invasive techniques of ocean carbon dioxide removal technologies.

Geoengineering a Future for Humankind: Some Technical and Ethical Considerations

2012

Scholarly Work

Rafael Leal-Arcas , Andrew Filis-Yelaghotis

This paper seeks to outline the various contentious issues regarding geoengineering (which here includes ocean fertilization and afforestation) that arise in relation to its ethical, technological, political, and trade-related legal dimensions.

Intergovernmental Oceanographic Commission of UNESCO

2012

Declaration

Statement of concern by the the Intergovernmental Oceanographic Commission regarding ocean fertilization on October 19th, 2012.

Technical and Regulatory Matters on Geoengineering in Relation to the Convention on Biological Diversity

2012

Scientific Report

Secretariat of the Convention on Biological Diversity

This study, prepared by the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD) and presented to the CBD's Subsidiary Body on Scientific, Technical and Technological Advice, addresses the legal and regulatory framework of geoengineering relevant to the CBD.

Impacts of Climate-Related Geoengineering on Biological Diversity

2012

Scientific Report

Secretariat of the Convention on Biological Diversity

This study compiles and synthesizes available scientific information on the possible impacts of a range of geoengineering techniques on biodiversity, including preliminary information on associated social, economic and cultural considerations.

Regulatory Framework for Climate-Related Geoengineering Relevant to the Convention on Biological Diversity

2012

Scientific Report

Secretariat of the Convention on Biological Diversity

This study describes the current regulatory and legal framework that may apply to climate-related geoengineering, and identifies the gaps in science based global, transparent and effective control and regulatory mechanisms.

Convention on Biological Diversity COP 11 Decision XI/20

2012

International Legal Instrument

Convention on Biological Diversity

Decision adopted by the Conference of the Parties to the Convention on Biological Diversity at its Eleventh Meeting on climate-related geoengineering.

International Environmental Governance: Managing Fragmentation Through Institutional Connection

2011

Scholarly Work

Karen N. Scott

This article argues that the creation of formal cooperative arrangements represent an important mechanism for managing the consequences of the fragmentation of international law and improving the effectiveness of environmental governance.

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