VOICED: Copenhagen deal passed amid condemnation, disappointment

The Copenhagen Accord, forged by leaders including Barack Obama, marked a significant moment in climate change negotiations. It brought major economies together to acknowledge their responsibility in combating climate change, aiming to limit global temperature rise to 2 degrees Celsius above preindustrial levels. The agreement also promised $30 billion in aid for developing nations over three years, with a goal of raising $100 billion by 2020. However, the accord is not legally binding and lacks specific targets for emissions cuts, leading to criticism and dissatisfaction among some developing nations. The accord is expected to trigger future discussions, with upcoming meetings in Bonn and Mexico.

Which countries were involved in forging the Copenhagen Accord?

• United States, China, Brazil, South Africa, and India

• United States, Russia, Japan, Germany, and France

• United States, Canada, Mexico, Argentina, and Chile

• United States, United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand, and Ireland

What is the main goal of the Copenhagen Accord regarding global temperature rise?

• To prevent temperatures from rising more than 4 degrees Celsius

• To prevent temperatures from rising more than 3 degrees Celsius

• To prevent temperatures from rising more than 2 degrees Celsius

• To prevent temperatures from rising more than 1 degree Celsius

How much financial aid is committed to developing nations over the next three years according to the Copenhagen Accord?

• $40 billion

• $30 billion

• $20 billion

• $10 billion

What is a major criticism of the Copenhagen Accord?

• It sets specific targets for emission cuts

• It is legally binding

• It is not legally binding and lacks specific emission targets

• It excludes major economies

What is the next step after the Copenhagen Accord for future climate discussions?

• A meeting in New York

• A meeting in Paris

• A meeting in Bonn

• A meeting in Tokyo