# Doha COP 18: WWF Says Time for Real Outcomes on Emissions

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- Published: 2012-12-05T15:45:00-05:00
- Author: greenguruguides

## Doha COP 18: WWF Says we Must Deliver More Than Dialogue

As global leaders gather in Doha for COP18, WWF warns the talks cannot become another
procedural milestone. Climate change demands action—not more promises. While negotiations
often revolve around frameworks and legal language, WWF stresses that time is running
out. Governments must stop focusing on process and start delivering real outcomes.

“There is a real danger at Doha COP18 will end without a meaningful plan to reduce
emissions,” said Samantha Smith, head of WWF’s Global Climate and Energy Initiative.“
That would be a failure we can’t afford.” Negotiators have discussed technicalities
for days, yet the pace of progress remains slow. Some delegates have privately admitted
that major breakthroughs now seem unlikely. But the climate crisis won’t wait.

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WWFs COP18 message Real climate action must go beyond process This infographic outlines
urgent calls for integrity ambition and funding to avoid another stalled negotiation
round

### Clear Priorities: Cut Emissions, Raise Funds

WWF outlines three priorities that must be addressed in Doha COP 18. First, countries
must strengthen the rules and close loopholes that weaken current climate commitments.
Loopholes let polluters off the hook. Strong rules build accountability and public
trust.

Second, all countries must raise their ambition. Developed nations need to move 
beyond business-as-usual targets. Meanwhile, developing countries must also start
pledging mitigation efforts. Without increased ambition, [global temperatures](https://greenlivingguy.com/2008/04/earth-temperature-noaa-global-warming-data/)
will continue rising—along with extreme weather, sea levels, and food insecurity.

Third, developed countries must fulfill their climate finance promises. WWF calls
for at least $60 billion in public funding between 2013 and 2015. That should pave
the way for the $100 billion per year promised by 2020. Public finance also plays
a key role in unlocking much larger private investment in clean technologies and
climate resilience.

### Trust Is the Foundation for a Global Deal

In addition to action, WWF stresses the importance of trust. Developing countries
have long called for fairness—expecting wealthier nations to take the lead and support
those with fewer resources. Without clear progress on finance and mitigation, trust
may break down. That could jeopardize efforts to secure a fair and binding global
agreement by 2015.

WWF [urges world leaders](https://greenlivingguy.com/2015/02/gulf-coast-leaders-urge-end-to-constant-storm/)
not to waste the moment. Doha must not become another step in a never-ending process.
Instead, it should mark a turning point—a conference where words become action. 
The planet needs bold decisions, not more delays. As climate risks grow, every missed
opportunity will carry a higher cost.

The time to act is now.

Finally and for the entire story

[WWF – WWF: Doha not a process COP – Parties must deliver finance and ambition](http://wwf.panda.org/wwf_news/?206981/WWF-Doha-not-a-process-COP---Parties-must-deliver-finance-and-ambition)

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