Kyoto Protocol adopted in 1997, entered force in 2005. Currently has 192 Parties, binding only developed countries. First commitment period (2008-2012) aimed for 5% emissions reduction. Second commitment period (2013-2020) targets 18% reduction
UNFCCC established in 1994 to address global climate change. Headquarters located in Bonn, Germany. Has 197 members, including 196 countries plus EU
Annual conferences under UN Framework Convention on Climate Change. Meetings assess progress and negotiate Kyoto Protocol obligations. Parties can participate as observers or serve as COPs
Kyoto Protocol extended UNFCCC to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Adopted in Kyoto, Japan in 1997, entered force in 2005. 192 parties signed by 2020, including 37 developed countries. Protocol applies to seven greenhouse gases and two groups of gases
UNFCCC was signed in 1992 by 154 states at Rio Earth Summit. Convention aims to limit dangerous human interference with climate system. Secretariat based in Bonn, Germany supports convention operations
UN-sponsored agreement binding nations to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Finalized in Kyoto, Japan in December 1997 after 160 countries' negotiations. Required 55 ratifications from developed countries representing 55% of 1990 emissions. Entered force in 2005, with Australia later joining in 2007