POLA01H3 Chapter Notes -Iclei
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With growing recognition of the localized" causes and consequences of climate change, cities and subnational governments have been key actors and arenas in the development of policy responses (1). Argument 1 made in support of thesis (1-2 sentences) Municipal governments are starting to take action before any other government takes action. Argument 2 made in support of thesis (1-2 sentences not necessary for all readings) People are also taking action for potential profits. Summary of evidence supporting argument 1 (1-2 sentences) [iclei is] the first wave of municipal responses was characterized by issues of mitigation and the reduction of ghg emissions, and predominantly focused on issues of energy efficiency and the involvement of municipalities from north america and europe (2). Summary of evidence supporting argument 2 (1-2 sentences. There are different markets that now benefit from being more environmentally aware such as carbon markets and so on. Criticism of or question about the reading (1-2 sentences)
