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First in the class, but not best in the Class – The EU’s Proposal for the 2015 Climate Conference in Paris

The European Commission recently released its vision for the global climate change agreement, which is due to be adopted in Paris in December. It is worth noting that the EU is the first negotiating party to present its offer for the Paris agreement. Nevertheless, the extent to which the offer paves the way to an ambitious climate deal in Paris is questionable indeed.

By Silvia Brugger

Climate Dialogue Series

How the EU can lead on climate change and migration – Time to translate research findings into policies

The interrelation between climate change and migration is complex and at times hard to grasp. Environmentally-induced migration intersects with development, adaptation, humanitarian and migration policies, which leads to difficulties in adequately responding to the phenomenon.

By Silvia Brugger and Diane Le Naour

How the EU Can Strengthen and Build New Alliances for a Global Climate Deal in Paris

The third Policy Brief discusses how Europe can best form strategic alliances for an ambitious and fair global climate deal in Paris.

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The EU 2030 Climate and Energy Proposals and Competitiveness

The next years are critical for international action on climate change. The current negotiation process, as mandated by the Durban Plan of Action, aims at a new global climate agreement by the year 2015, which will take effect in 2020.

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How Should We Communicate the COP21 Outcome and What Does it Mean for the EU’s 2016 Agenda?

The level of political commitment in the build up to Paris means a deal is very likely. A successful climate agreement will establish an enduring framework within which governments can work together to keep the rise in global temperatures below 2°C.

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Reflecting on Warsaw and the EU 2030 Framework

This Policy Brief reflects on the COP19 in Warsaw and on how different scenarios under the EU’s debate on the 2030 climate and energy framework could influence the UNFCCC negotiations.

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From Warsaw to Paris: Introduction

Key Messages from Warsaw to Paris and Beyond

Poland’s approach to the Paris COP

Europe Must be Strong on Climate Risk at COP21