More information about Schwarzenegger's CO2-hysteric summit (Nov. 18-19)

Summit Overview

In 2007, the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) released its periodic update on the state of knowledge on climate change. There is scientific consensus that the planet is close to a “tipping point”, where continued growth in atmospheric concentrations of greenhouse gases (GHGs) will result in successively larger disruptions of global biogeochemical, ecological, economic and social systems. The development of a strong action plan and a global consensus around a post-Kyoto climate accord will be critical if the world hopes to avoid the most catastrophic impacts from climate change.

Agenda

09:30 AM Welcome from California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger

Global Climate Change Film by Oxfam International (Introduced by Jim Lyons, Vice President for Policy and Communications, Oxfam International)

Sponsors include EcoSecurities and  GE-AES Greenhouse Gas Services

EcoSecurities - Who we are

EcoSecurities is a leading company in the business of sourcing, developing and trading emission reduction credits.

GE Ecomagination: GE-AES Greenhouse Gas Services

Under the standard, GE AES Greenhouse Gas Services expects to generate an annual production volume of 10 million metric tons of greenhouse gas credits by 2010. The joint venture will market these credits to companies that want to reduce the environmental impact of their operations or provide environmentally friendly products or services.

It'll be held at a really nice hotel

With the completion of a $80 million renovation, the Beverly Hilton emerges as a beacon of modern luxury.

It will be webcast

Citizens around the globe are invited to tune in right here for a live webcast of all events taking place in the International Ballroom. Video archives of each session will also be available here for on-demand viewing, followed soon after by audio and video podcasts.