Kigali Agreement signed by 197 nations

Wednesday, 19/10/2016 22:58
197 nations has reached an historic agreement to reduce emissions of chemical refrigerants that contribute to global warming at a United Nations meeting in Kigali, Rwanda.

(Photo: Gettey Imgaes)

The agreement will lead to a reduction in global temp by 0.5 degrees by the end of the century and enable us to achieve the goals set in Paris.

The developed countries, led by the US and Europe, will reduce Hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs) use by 85 per cent by 2036 over a 2011-2013 baseline.

China, which is the largest producer of HFCs in the world, will reduce HFCs use by 80 per cent by 2045 over the 2020-2022 baseline. India will reduce the use of HFCs by 85 per cent over the 2024-2026 baseline.

Developed countries have also agreed to provide enhanced funding support to developing countries.

"I congratulate all countries for having come together on this critical issue, which will contribute to a greener Earth," the Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi tweeted.

The Kigali Agreement is a reaffirmation of the global intent to mitigate climate change and exemplifies international co-operation in this regard.

The Kigali Amendment to the Montreal Protocol is legally binding and will come into force on January 1st, 2019./.

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