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Published on March 6, 2012 - 20:13 GMT

Climate, Environment, and Conservation: Communique of the U.S.-Jordan Joint Forum on Environmental Technical Cooperation

Media Note Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC March 6, 2012 Below is the text of a Joint Communiqué issued following the Third Meeting of the United States – Jordan Joint Forum on Environmental Technical Cooperation held in Amman, Jordan, on …

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Published on February 21, 2012 - 01:12 GMT

Climate, Environment, and Conservation: Press Availability Following the G20 Ministerial Meetings

Remarks Hillary Rodham Clinton Secretary of State Los Cabos, Mexico February 20, 2012 SECRETARY CLINTON: Well, good afternoon. And let me begin by thanking our hosts. It was an absolute pleasure to be here, and I want to express my appreciation to …

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Published on February 16, 2012 - 20:14 GMT

Climate, Environment, and Conservation: Remarks at the Climate and Clean Air Coalition To Reduce Short-Lived Climate Pollutants ...

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Published on February 16, 2012 - 17:13 GMT

Climate, Environment, and Conservation: The Climate and Clean Air Coalition to Reduce Short-Lived Climate Pollutants

Fact Sheet Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC February 16, 2012 THE PROBLEM Pollutants that are short-lived in the atmosphere such as methane, black carbon and hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs) together account for approximately one-third of current …

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Published on February 16, 2012 - 15:15 GMT

Climate, Environment, and Conservation: Briefing on Global Climate Change and Clean Air Initiative

Special Briefing Senior Department Official Via Teleconference Washington, DC February 16, 2012 MODERATOR: Good afternoon, everyone, and thank you for joining the call. We have with us today, [Senior Administration Official]. The ground rules today …

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Published on February 15, 2012 - 19:12 GMT

Climate, Environment, and Conservation: Secretary Clinton To Announce a Climate and Clean Air Initiative To Reduce Short-Lived ...

Notice to the Press Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC February 15, 2012 Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton will announce a climate and clean air initiative to reduce short-lived climate pollutants on Thursday, February 16 th , at 9:30 a. …

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Published on February 13, 2012 - 19:13 GMT

Climate, Environment, and Conservation: U.S. Science Envoy Gebisa Ejeta Travels to Ethiopia and Tanzania

Media Note Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC February 13, 2012 On his second Envoy trip, U.S. Science Envoy Dr. Gebisa Ejeta will travel to Ethiopia and Tanzania February 13-24, 2012, where he will meet with senior government officials and …

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Published on February 13, 2012 - 19:10 GMT

Climate, Environment, and Conservation: Assistant Secretary of State Kerri-Ann Jones to Travel to Ethiopia, Tanzania, and Kenya

Media Note Washington, DC February 13, 2012 Assistant Secretary of State for Oceans and International Environmental and Scientific Affairs Dr. Kerri-Ann Jones will travel to Ethiopia, Tanzania, and Kenya February 13 - 22. In Ethiopia, Dr. Jones will …

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Published on January 26, 2012 - 14:10 GMT

Climate, Environment, and Conservation: Remarks for the Environmental Cooperation Agreement Signing

Remarks Robert D. Hormats Under Secretary for Economic, Energy and Agricultural Affairs Washington, DC January 23, 2012 Ambassador Han, distinguished guests, ladies and gentlemen—good morning. Let me begin by thanking all participants for joining us …

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Published on January 21, 2012 - 15:10 GMT

Climate, Environment, and Conservation: United States and Russian Federation to Conduct Joint Inspection in Antarctica

Media Note Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC January 21, 2012 The United States and the Russian Federation will send a joint team to inspect foreign stations, installations and equipment in Antarctica from January 23 to January 28, 2012. The …

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Published on January 21, 2012 - 00:10 GMT

Climate, Environment, and Conservation: United States and the Republic of Korea to Sign Environmental Cooperation Agreement

Notice to the Press Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC January 20, 2012 On Monday, January 23, Under Secretary of State for Economic Growth, Energy, and the Environment Robert Hormats will be joined by Republic of Korea Ambassador to the United …

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Published on January 19, 2012 - 02:12 GMT

Climate, Environment, and Conservation: Briefing on the Keystone XL Pipeline

Special Briefing Kerri-Ann Jones Assistant Secretary , Bureau of Oceans and International Environmental and Scientific Affairs Via Teleconference Washington, DC January 18, 2012 MODERATOR: Good afternoon. We’re pleased today to have Assistant …

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Published on January 17, 2012 - 22:12 GMT

Climate, Environment, and Conservation: International Code of Conduct for Outer Space Activities

Press Statement Hillary Rodham Clinton Secretary of State Washington, DC January 17, 2012 The long-term sustainability of our space environment is at serious risk from space debris and irresponsible actors. Ensuring the stability, safety, and security …

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Published on December 23, 2011 - 16:10 GMT

Climate, Environment, and Conservation: Violence in Damascus

Press Statement Mark C. Toner Acting Spokesperson , Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC December 23, 2011 The United States condemns in the strongest terms the bombings today in Damascus. We extend our sympathies to the families of the victims. …

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Published on December 20, 2011 - 22:12 GMT

Climate, Environment, and Conservation: Video Remarks to the Deforestation Partners Conference

Remarks Hillary Rodham Clinton Secretary of State Washington, DC December 12, 2011 I am delighted to send greetings and thank each of you for your hard work protecting forests around the world. I also want to thank Avoided Deforestation Partners for …

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Published on December 15, 2011 - 16:11 GMT

Climate, Environment, and Conservation: Terrorist Designation of Basque Fatherland and Liberty Leader Jose Antonio Urruticoechea ...

Media Note Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC December 15, 2011 The Department of State has designated Basque Fatherland and Liberty (ETA) veteran Jose Antonio Urruticoechea Bengoechea (AKA Ternera) under Executive Order 13224, which targets …

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Published on December 15, 2011 - 16:10 GMT

Climate, Environment, and Conservation: The U.S. Department of State Marks the Tenth Anniversary of Gilman Scholarships

Media Note Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC December 15, 2011 Nearly 10,000 American students received scholarships to study in 125 countries The U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA), in partnership …

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Published on December 14, 2011 - 01:12 GMT

Climate, Environment, and Conservation: Joint Statement on Whaling and Safety at Sea from the Governments of Australia, the ...

Media Note Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC December 13, 2011 The Governments of Australia, the Netherlands, New Zealand, and the United States jointly condemn any actions that imperil human life in the Southern Ocean. We are deeply concerned …

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Published on December 14, 2011 - 00:12 GMT

Climate, Environment, and Conservation: United Nations Climate Change Conference in Durban, South Africa

Special Briefing Todd Stern Special Envoy for Climate Change Via Teleconference Washington, DC December 13, 2011 MR. VENTRELL: Hey, good afternoon, everyone. This is Patrick from the Press Office. With us today, we have Special Envoy for Climate …

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Published on December 12, 2011 - 22:10 GMT

Climate, Environment, and Conservation: Keystone XL Pipeline (Taken Question)

Taken Question Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC December 12, 2011 QUESTION: Do you have any comment on the proposed Congressional action requiring the State Department to make a determination on the Keystone pipeline within 60 days of …

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