[NeedMoreTea]

As the EU has recently hinted, climate may (I'd say pretty much guaranteed, only question is when) become a key point in any trading arrangements. Others will follow. Whether soon enough remains to be seen.

Want to sell to us? Prove your climate credentials, carbon accounting etc. No? Ok, your goods get the carbon levy.

What's eventually left is only the rogue states that refuse where sanctions, blockade or ultimately war may actually be the answer.

Really only comes down to how deep is the abyss we appear to be staring into... Though this can sometimes prompt enough action to get international laws passed.