| Bare essentials: A toolkit for new delegates |
 The UNFCCC architecture and processes are built on over two decades of work by the world's governments and over half a century of scientific measurement and observation. It is a multifaceted process set up to tackle a highly complex problem. Each of us at the Secretariat was a "newbie" to the climate change regime once, and we understand that your first few sessions as representatives of your governments, organizations and groups can be intimidating. So we've put together the essential documents you may want to bring with you to your first sessions, which would help you pick up quickly and follow the proceedings. |
| Essential Documents |
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These are largely your "key texts" and basic background documents.
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| Essential Updates |
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You need these either just before the sessions to have a rough idea of what to expect, and/or during the sessions to have an idea of what's going on.
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| Essential Apps and Online |
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If you have a laptop or smart phone, these should help keep you in the loop on up-to-the-minute news.
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