1. Drafted iN 1997 (International, US only one that rejected)
Kyoto Protocol
Drafted iN 1997 (International, US only one that rejected)

2. Description of Function
Aimed at fighting global warming
Goal is to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 5.2% from 1990 levels by 2012
The greenhouse gases include Carbon Dioxide, Methane, Nitrous Oxide, and Sulfurhexaflouride.
Allows for several flexible mechanisms such as emissions trading, clean development mechanism, and

3. Agency/ Group Responsible
United Nations
Problem: United Nations is weak at enforcing these rules so more powerful nations can get away with violations.
Countries are put in Annex 1 and 2 categories. Annex 1 countries are any country that has agreed to ratify the law while annex two countries are a subset which are comprised of OECD members. (Organization of Economic Cooperation and Development).