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This article examines the historical development of global climate policy and questions why certain countries have become central targets of emissions reduction efforts. It traces the evolution of climate change from early environmental conferences through the creation of the IPCC, the Paris Agreement, and recent COP summits. The analysis reviews differentiated national commitments, the selection of the 1990 emissions baseline, and Europe’s relative ease in meeting targets. It further explores the role of the United Nations, global governance frameworks, and international institutions in shaping climate policy outcomes that place greater economic pressure on North America.

This week the important and concerned persons of the world, under the auspices of the UN, will converge on Paris to demonstrate their desire and commitment, on our behalf, to save the planet from the ravages of abuse by us humans. Here's what George Carlin had to say about "saving the planet" in an hilarious video.