The global climate change talks in Durban got off to a rocky start, with developed and developing countries holding diverging positions, indicating tough negotiations ahead.
A South African delegate to the Durban climate conference Tuesday urged the global community to come up with a joint solution to deal with climate change.
The European Union (EU) chief climate negotiator Wednesday said the Green Climate Fund board must start working "as early as 2012."
Discussions on the Technology Mechanism can hopefully be completed in Durban so that it can begin benefitting people as of next year.
SACAU and IFAD Wednesday said the agriculture sector must be considered seriously at this year's COP17.
China is likely to agree to a quantified target to limit its greenhouse gas emissions after 2020, said a senior expert with a government think tank.
The United Nations has warned that those looking for a groundbreaking agreement on emission reductions will again be greatly disappointed.
The heads of 16 major non-governmental organizations on Thursday urged the United States to alter its stance on climate change.
The controversial $100 billion a year Green Climate Fund came under renewed scrutiny at the United Nations climate talks in Durban.
India dismissed speculation that it has been in backroom negotiations with US to push back any action on a legally binding treaty on climate change.
The establishment of a legally binding treaty to curb carbon emissions is a key priority among developing countries attending the ongoing climate talks in Durban, South Africa.
Supporters of the Campaign Against Climate Change marched through London calling for Climate Justice as the Durban climate talks take place.