RESOURCES

MARKET MECHANISMS FOR SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT: HOW DO THEY FIT IN THE VARIOUS POST-2012 CLIMATE EFFORTS? International Institute for Sustainable Development (IISD), July 2007. This report examines how a future market mechanism that supports sustainable development could fit in the various scenarios being considered for the post-2012 period (when the Kyoto Protocol's first commitment period expires). The report considers a range of options and approaches to post-2012, arguing that a successful future regime will need to balance the demands and expectations of both developed and developing countries. Available online at: http://www.iisd.org/pdf/2007/market_mechanisms.pdf.

THE 2007 US FARM BILL: IMPLICATIONS FOR DEVELOPING COUNTRIES. International Food & Agricultural Trade Policy Council, 2007. The consequences of US farm policy stretch beyond US borders and often negatively affect global markets, US trading partners, and developing countries. The reauthorization of the US farm bill this fall provides US legislators with the opportunity to correct trade-distorting practices and level the playing field in international agricultural trade. The brief suggests that US farm policy reform should take into account the impacts on developing countries and more effectively influence the wider international commercial and political objectives of the United States. The brief is available at http://www.agritrade.org/Publications/farm_bill_briefs.html.

BIOFUELS FOR TRANSPORT. Worldwatch Institute, July 2007. At a crucial time in world debate, this book explores, dissects and analyzes the complex and controversial issue of biofuels. With a global perspective, the work takes on a comprehensive analysis that lays out the potential benefits and risks in the technological, agricultural, economical, social and environmental sectors by utilizing five country studies (Brazil, China, Germany, India and Tanzania). Available online at: http://shop.earthscan.co.uk/ProductDetails/mcs/productID/753/

TRADE NEGOTIATIONS INSIGHTS/ECLAIRAGE SUR LES NÉGOCIATIONS. The International Centre for Trade and Sustainable Development (ICTSD) has this week launched the new-look version of Trade Negotiations Insights and Eclairage sur les Négociations. Now monthly, these publications will feature more articles, news and analysis of the key ACP events relating to trade, development and regional integration. To subscribe, simply fill out the periodical subscription form online at http://www.ictsd.org/tni/index.htm or send an email to vhanson@ictsd.ch.