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Protecting the ozone layer: The United Nations history

Author
Abdersen S., Sarma K.M.
Date
2005
Source
IUCN (ID: MON-074650)
Publisher | Place of publication
Earthscan | London, UK
ISBN
1-84407-172-3
Pages
556 p.
Document type
Monography/book
Language
English
Field of application
International
Subject
Air & atmosphere
Keyword
Policy/planning Ozone layer International agreement-implementation
Abstract

Contents: 1. Preface by Klaus Töpfer 2. Introduction 3. The science of ozone depletion 4. Diplomacy: The beginning, 1974-1987 5. From strenght to strenght, 1988-1992 5. Racing towards success, 1993-2001 6. Technology and business policy 7. Implementation of the Montreal Protocol 8. Compliance 9. Media coverage 10. The role of environmental NGOs 11. Conclusion 12. Appendices a) Timeline b) World plan of action c) Controlled substances d) Control measures e) Categories of incremental costs f) Awards g) Assessment panels h) Core readings i) Selected ozone websites

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Other references

Treaty

Montreal Protocol on Substances that Deplete the Ozone Layer

Treaty | Multilateral | Montreal |

Keyword: Ozone layer

Source: IUCN (ID: TRE-000953)