Learning Outcomes for Study Session 14

When you have studied this session, you should be able to:

14.1 Define and use correctly all of the key words printed in bold. (SAQs 14.1 and 14.5)

14.2 Explain the need for global environmental agreements and give examples of issues that need to be addressed at international level. (SAQs 14.2 and 14.3)

14.3 Explain the differences between some types of international agreement. (SAQ 14.1)

14.4 Describe some of the international agreements that relate to climate change and environmental protection. (SAQs 14.4 and 14.5)

14.5 Explain who has responsibility for monitoring implementation of conventions and protocols at international and national levels. (SAQ 14.6)

14.1  Why are global environmental policies needed?