Climate Change Program
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Safeguarding forests and sustainable livelihoods
Deforestation damages ecosystems, communities, and the Earth's climate. CIEL helps design policies and actions to reduce deforestation in a manner that follows a rights-based approach and respects international law. Supporting the sustainable livelihoods of forest-dependent peoples and ensuring their continued access to resources helps reduce deforestation, protect biodiverstiy, and stabilize the climate.
Learn more about protecting the world's forests
Latest Climate Change News
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- At Doha Climate Talks: Failed ambition and unfulfilled promises
CIEL Worldview Blog:
Climate Change
Read what CIEL staff have to say on Climate Change at our CIEL Worldview Blog - Climate Change category.
Climate Change Program Featured Publication
Climate Change & Human Rights: A Primer
Summary of how climate change impacts and response measures are affecting the full and effective enjoyment of human rights; includes a summary of relevant activities and decisions taken at the Human Rights Council, UNFCCC and other policy processes. (CIEL Staff: Orellana & Johl) (May 2011)