Fionnuala Walravens from the Environmental Investigation Agency (EIA) explains that HFC-23 emissions from developing countries are higher today than before the CDM began. She argues that this growing problem is not being adequately dealt with via carbon markets and suggests an alternative model that should be given further consideration.

Harmonisation of ISO and GHG-P standards must raise the quality bar
The International Organisation for Standardisation (ISO) and the Greenhouse Gas Protocol (GHG-P) decision to create common emissions accounting standards has the potential to streamline and simplify procedures. However, this must be done in a way that lifts climate ambition