Abstract

The dissertation aims to shed light on the perspectives related to technological

advancement opportunities of developing countries under the Kyoto Protocol. Central in
the present research is the Clean Development Mechanism (CDM) of the Kyoto Protocol
facilitating generation of tradable carbon credits by implementing 'green' projects in
developing countries. In addition to the primary goal of reducing greenhouse gases
(GHG), CDM is also expected to promote transfer of modern GHG abatement
technologies and expertise in developing countries. The dissertation studies the
technological impact of the CDM projects, with a particular focus on technological
learning and capability building. The first part of the dissertation assesses climate change
mitigation related knowledge base in the developing countries, in order to understand the
local technological conditions in which CDM initiatives emerge, as well as to understand
the role of technological knowledge in these initiatives. Second part analyses the
knowledge and expertise building within the context of organizations and companies
dealing with CDM projects. The study in this part is based on the survey of CDM project
implementing companies in Brazil, India, China and Mexico.