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Offsetting, A Dangerous Distraction Why offsetting is failing the climate and people: The evidence
Issued on: 02 June 2009
Summary
Report on how offsetting is a Dangerous Distraction.
The five central arguments against offsetting are that it:
1. Counts action in developing countries as part of the cuts promised in developed countries, although the science is clear that action is needed in both developed and developing countries.
2. Cannot guarantee the same cuts as would have happened without offsetting.
3. Is causing major delays to urgently needed economic transformations in developed countries.
4. Does not ensure positive sustainable development in, or appropriate financial transfers to, developing countries.
5. Is profoundly unjust, fundamentally flawed and cannot be reformed.
