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If we're going to achieve global progress in mitigating or reversing climate change, advocates on both sides will need to stop mixing fact with hyperbole:

Global progress in reducing the MMR since 1990 saw an annual rate of reduction of 2 · 3 % globally, while regionally progress varied from an annual reduction of 1 · 8 % in the Caribbean to 5 · 0 % in eastern Asia.

Global progress in reducing the prevalence of smokers appeared to fall into 3 phases for both men and women: modest progress from 1980 to 1996, followed by a decade of more rapid global progress, then a slowdown in reductions from 2006 to 2012, with an apparent increase since 2010 for men.

Not exact matches

However, there is evidence that global deleveraging is progressing along to a new phase in its evolution.

MSCI said Tuesday that while Chinese authorities have introduced significant improvements in the accessibility of the yuan - denominated «A-shares» market, global investors want to see more progress.

But while the entire MDG process has been basking in the glow of the poverty - reduction results — and talking of eliminating poverty altogether — none of this progress is properly attributable to UN efforts in particular, or the global governance movement in general.

Secondly, he noted «the root causes of the global crisis have not been prop ¬ erly tackled» with the financial system remaining «the Achilles heel of the world economy» and thirdly, «little progress is being made in reducing working poverty and vulnerable forms of employment such as informal jobs and undeclared work.»

In the case of Simone, it is what they call their Global Mindscape, which is a two - by - two matrix of the world of brands split into brands whose essence is based in recognition, progress, status and entertainmenIn the case of Simone, it is what they call their Global Mindscape, which is a two - by - two matrix of the world of brands split into brands whose essence is based in recognition, progress, status and entertainmenin recognition, progress, status and entertainment.

Global oil production may put a dent in the progress made the Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries in correcting a supply - demand imbalance.

The agreement aims to hold global warming to «well below» two degrees Celsius from the levels of the Industrial Revolution, and puts in place a system for tracking efforts to cut carbon emissions and report on progress every five years.

«Broadly, China is making progress in controlling its debt in various parts of the economy,» said Christopher Lee, managing director in the corporate ratings group and chief ratings officer for Greater China at S&P Global Ratings.

Analysts said after a temporary boost markets will focus on more fundamental matters again, in particular the progress of the global economic recovery and how central banks respond to higher inflation.

«With the global economy poised to accelerate, new U.S. tax legislation providing tailwinds and a leading franchise across our businesses, we are well positioned to serve our clients and make significant progress on the growth plan we outlined in September,» he added.

Experts and SOE leaders join us to share their insights on the progress of reforms and how SOEs will influence the global business landscape in the years to come.

Our recent, in - progress research shows that most retailers find it tough to use global growth to boost sales and grow profits.

Furthermore, there are opportunities for progress on the structural side in terms of both trade and productivity if conditions permit another wave of global integration.

The global economy is progressing largely as the Bank anticipated in its January Monetary Policy Report (MPR).

Ongoing structural reforms in emerging markets generally, and specifically in China, appear to be making good progress, which we see as a big plus for global growth.

In charge of global monitoring, progress checks, evaluation and feedback for the projects in terms of their business developmenIn charge of global monitoring, progress checks, evaluation and feedback for the projects in terms of their business developmenin terms of their business development.

Progress on global energy goals slow, but strong gains in countries show promise The world is not on track to meet the global energy targets for 2030 set as part of the Sustainable Development Goals 2 May 2018

By Linda Hasenfratz and Hal Kvisle Published in the Hill Times — December 13, 2010 Despite clear signs of progress in building an international consensus, the outcome of the latest round of UN climate change negotiations in Cancun appears to have fallen short of the target: a clear and comprehensive plan to reduce global greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions.

By Linda Hasenfratz and Hal KvislePublished in the Hill Times - December 13, 2010 Despite clear signs of progress in building an international consensus, the outcome of the latest round of UN climate change negotiations in Cancun appears to have fallen short of the target: a clear and comprehensive plan to reduce global greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions.Many of the most contentious issues remain unresolved, including whether to incorporate the negotiators» goals in a legally binding agreement and how...

Despite some progress, companies still face a welter of issues and concerns in managing global payments.

While this ambitious global pursuit by China is being closely monitored, the first thing we need to see is some real progress in market reforms that conform to World Trade Organization (WTO) ethics.

In Myanmar, Asia's odd man out and a global pariah for decades, small signs of progress mean a lot.

The Seattle coffee maker tracks its global responsibility progress in an annual report.

From September 15 — 17, 2017, Canada 2020 hosted Global Progress 2017 in Montreal, Canada for the second consecutive year.

The Global Progress 2017 Summit to feature Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, Premier Philippe Couillard, Arianna Huffington, John Podesta, Maria Elena Boschi, Reid Hoffman, Helle Thorning Schmidt, David Milliband and more at gathering hosted by Canada 2020 in partnership with the Center for American Progress, Policy Network and Volta Italia.

Examples of these risks, uncertainties and other factors include, but are not limited to the impact of: adverse general economic and related factors, such as fluctuating or increasing levels of unemployment, underemployment and the volatility of fuel prices, declines in the securities and real estate markets, and perceptions of these conditions that decrease the level of disposable income of consumers or consumer confidence; adverse events impacting the security of travel, such as terrorist acts, armed conflict and threats thereof, acts of piracy, and other international events; the risks and increased costs associated with operating internationally; our expansion into and investments in new markets; breaches in data security or other disturbances to our information technology and other networks; the spread of epidemics and viral outbreaks; adverse incidents involving cruise ships; changes in fuel prices and / or other cruise operating costs; any impairment of our tradenames or goodwill; our hedging strategies; our inability to obtain adequate insurance coverage; our substantial indebtedness, including the ability to raise additional capital to fund our operations, and to generate the necessary amount of cash to service our existing debt; restrictions in the agreements governing our indebtedness that limit our flexibility in operating our business; the significant portion of our assets pledged as collateral under our existing debt agreements and the ability of our creditors to accelerate the repayment of our indebtedness; volatility and disruptions in the global credit and financial markets, which may adversely affect our ability to borrow and could increase our counterparty credit risks, including those under our credit facilities, derivatives, contingent obligations, insurance contracts and new ship progress payment guarantees; fluctuations in foreign currency exchange rates; overcapacity in key markets or globally; our inability to recruit or retain qualified personnel or the loss of key personnel; future changes relating to how external distribution channels sell and market our cruises; our reliance on third parties to provide hotel management services to certain ships and certain other services; delays in our shipbuilding program and ship repairs, maintenance and refurbishments; future increases in the price of, or major changes or reduction in, commercial airline services; seasonal variations in passenger fare rates and occupancy levels at different times of the year; our ability to keep pace with developments in technology; amendments to our collective bargaining agreements for crew members and other employee relation issues; the continued availability of attractive port destinations; pending or threatened litigation, investigations and enforcement actions; changes involving the tax and environmental regulatory regimes in which we operate; and other factors set forth under «Risk Factors» in our most recently filed Annual Report on Form 10 - K and subsequent filings by the Company with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

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And I want to register my strong conviction that we need to work toward a bottom - up economy in which many of the necessities of life are produced locally by individuals and companies that have their roots in the communities and do not see progress as meaning going national and global.

It is a condition for progress in international law and the indispensable regulation of economic, social and political relations at the global level, particularly in the fields of financial capital, taxation, migration, information and disarmament.

In any case, since anything that helps «social progress» (as they define it) is eligible for their concern, I guess they can talk about global warming, too.

As Sachs writes, «Technological progress has been fueled by the ongoing revolutions of basic science and spread by the power of global markets and public investments in health, education, and infrastructure.»

Smith explained in a statement how they've managed to progress global access to God's Word: «New strategies, methods, tools, and resources are empowering the local church and Christians to translate God's Word into more languages than at any time in world history.»

World leaders met in New York last week to discuss the progress of global efforts to reduce poverty, hunger and disease.

Basic science is fundamental to progress in research (some of which is literally life - saving) and to America's ability to compete economically and technologically on a global scale.

Businesses from the Consumer Goods Forum and Champions 12.3 coalition have issued a call to action to simplify and standardise food date labels worldwide by 2020 in a bid to reduce food waste as Champions 12.3 releases a progress report on global efforts to reduce food waste.

According to the report, the global UHT milk market is progressing at a CAGR of 12.80 % in a forecast period from 2013 to 2019.

Progress Reported in Global Food and Nutrition Security, but DuPont Committee Notes Significant Challenges Lie Ahead

Since its initial report in 2011, the committee has monitored global progress on food and nutrition security issues and explored three aspects in greater depth — the role of technology and innovation in agriculture, opportunities for advancing nutrition security, and the need for environmentally, socially, and economically sustainable agricultural systems.

We are part of a global project to improve cowpea production in Africa and are making progress towards incorporating «built - in» insect pest protection that could help to reduce food shortages in the region.

I'm heartened at the efforts to reduce food loss and waste that have gained traction in the past year, and with even greater action by governments and businesses we can accelerate global progress toward Target 12.3.»

Champions 12.3 hosted a major event September 20, 2017 at The Rockefeller Foundation's New York office that assessed global progress toward SDG Target 12.3 on food loss and waste, announced landmark developments and set forth a pathway to cutting in half the more than 1 billion tons of food that goes uneaten each year.

The California contingency — collaborating in a premier spot in the center of the exhibition floor — expressed excitement for the first day's progress and the week ahead, with high expectations to meet their global business objectives in Bordeaux.

«Becoming a member of SAI Platform and AIM PROGRESS is an important step for us in working towards sustainability in our supply chains, particularly in sugar and dairy products», commented Massimo Selmo, Head of Global Sourcing at the Barry Callebaut Group.

Meanwhile, global businesses have also called for the simplification of food labels in order to make progress towards the UN Sustainable Development Goal of halving food waste by 2030.

The furthest they've progressed in the global tournament was in 1986 where they face West Germany in the last sixteen, losing 1 - 0 to the side that became runners up that year.

It explains, «The ATNI produced a scorecard for 25 global companies according to their policies, practices and progress in seven areas.»

The forthcoming assessment of UK progress in implementing the Global Strategy, using the methodology of IBFAN's World Breastfeeding Trends Initiative (WBTi), will be a useful tool to show where the gaps are (details in part 1 of the blog post).