Schwarzenegger said. "The current stalemate between the developed and the developing worlds must be broken. It is time we came together in a new international agreement that can be embraced by rich and poor nations alike." Developing nations say rich states built up their economies without emissions restraints and argue that less-developed countries should have the same opportunity to establish their economies now. But as emissions from developing nations such as China and India grow, environmentalists say action by the developed world alone will not be enough to stop the warming trend.

Gov. Schwarzenegger is about to be tested on how committed he is to reducing greenhouse gas emissions right here in California. On the governor's desk are three Democratic bills that would require state, residential and certain commercial buildings to adopt environmentally responsible practices in design and construction. If the governor signs these bills, California could begin requiring more efficient use of water in new homes as well as energy-efficient lighting in large office buildings, and more recycled materials in state offices.  A Reuters Story