Correct Answer:
C. Countries share climate responsibility but have different levels of responsibility and capacity
Correct answer: Countries share climate responsibility but have different levels of responsibility and capacity. CBDR-RC recognises that countries share responsibility for climate change but have different levels of responsibility and capacity.
Background: It is a fundamental principle of climate negotiations because historical emissions and financial and technological capacities differ.
- All countries have identical historical responsibilities: Responsibilities are not identical, which is the point of 'differentiated'.
- Only developing countries must reduce emissions: The principle does not exempt developed countries; they should take the lead.
- Climate change is solely the responsibility of international organisations: Countries, not only international organisations, bear responsibility.
Did you know? Developed countries are expected to lead and support developing countries with finance, technology and capacity-building.
Memory trick: Common = all share, Differentiated = not equally.