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Topic space viewAfrica does not have the resources to protect itself from climate change
While Africa may not have the resources now to pay for adaptation costs of $50billion or more after another fifty years of economic growth it may do. Africa could afford the current $7-15billion if it were considered necessary.
Developed countries have a moral obligation to mitigate the effects of climate change.
I extend all of my points and I would point out that my opponent can still post a case to be reviewed in the next round. Likewise, I would like some feedback on my case.
Developed countries have a moral obligation to mitigate the effects of climate change.
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Developed countries have a moral obligation to mitigate the effects of climate change.
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Developed countries have a moral obligation to mitigate the effects of climate change.
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Resolved: Adaptation should be the most urgent response to Climate Change.
Adaptation is likely to hurt poorer nations
Resolved: Adaptation should be the most urgent response to Climate Change.
The shifts required will take decades to plan and implement, they are already urgent
Resolved: Adaptation should be the most urgent response to Climate Change.
The focus on prevention should not be diluted
Resolved: Adaptation should be the most urgent response to Climate Change.
The necessary research alone will take time and should be a priority
Resolved: Adaptation should be the most urgent response to Climate Change.
Increasing oil costs make this the best time to be focussing on alternative energies
