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Clean Development Mechanism

The CDM is a mechanism of the Kyoto Protocol for reducing emissions through implementing projects in developing countries. The CDM aims to meet two main objectives: to address the sustainable development needs of the host country, and to increase the opportunities available to reduce emissions.

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Climate Action Network International, "Climate Change Basics Glossary," Available Online at http://www.climatenetwork.org/climate-change-basics/climate-change-basics-glossary/?searchterm=glossary.  Retrieved October 27, 2008

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