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The Kyoto Clock is a symbolic representation of the time remaining for global climate action to reach the goals set by the Kyoto Protocol. It counts down the time until the end of the first commitment period of the Kyoto Protocol, which is December 31, 2020.
The Kyoto Protocol is an international treaty that was adopted in 1997 to address the issue of climate change. It sets binding targets for developed countries to reduce their greenhouse gas emissions in order to mitigate the impacts of climate change.
The Kyoto Clock serves as a reminder of the urgency of taking action against climate change. It highlights the limited time we have left to meet the goals set by the Kyoto Protocol and encourages individuals and governments to take immediate and effective action to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
The time on the Kyoto Clock is determined by the latest data on greenhouse gas emissions and the remaining carbon budget to limit global warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius. This data is constantly updated and the clock is recalibrated accordingly.
When the Kyoto Clock reaches zero, it marks the end of the first commitment period of the Kyoto Protocol. This means that the targets set by the Protocol must be met and further action must be taken to combat climate change. The clock will continue to count down until global emissions reach net zero, which is necessary to achieve the long-term goal of the Paris Agreement.