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“The impact of the Kyoto Protocol on global temperature is quite modest, especially for the first century. The reduction in global mean temperature in the Annex I case relative to the reference in 2100 is 0.13ºC; this compares with a difference of 0.17ºC from the Kyoto Protocol calculated by…” quote by Henry Sylvester Jacoby
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“The impact of the Kyoto Protocol on global temperature is quite modest, especially for the first century. The reduction in global mean temperature in the Annex I case relative to the reference in 2100 is 0.13ºC; this compares with a difference of 0.17ºC from the Kyoto Protocol calculated by Wigley. The temperature reduction in the optimal run is essentially the same as the Kyoto runs by the 22nd century.”

Henry Sylvester Jacoby

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Source Report: Climate Policy Assessment, 2020, null null modestly reduces global temperature rise in the short term; long‑term impact remains limited.

Kyoto Protocol slightly cools climate early, but effects fade over centuries.

In simple terms: Small early cooling, limited lasting change.

Key Takeaway

Expect modest early benefits, plan for deeper cuts later.

Themes

climate policy temperature trends long‑term planning

Mood

cautious analytical

Type

policy scientific

When to use this quote

  • national emissions targets
  • international negotiations
  • future climate projections

Key Concepts

carbon emissions policy effectiveness climate modeling

Questions to Reflect On

  • What additional measures could amplify early climate benefits?
  • How to balance short‑term gains with long‑term goals?
A Different Perspective

Limited impact highlights need for stronger, sustained actions.

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