British NGO Oxfam emphasized the need for quick outcomes at the UN climate talks starting in Cancún, México on Monday. In a statement before the talks on Sunday, Oxfam highlighted the increase in weather-related disasters, extreme temperatures, flooding, and rising sea levels in 2010 as indications for negotiators to find a resolution. Quoting from an Oxfam report on the importance of reaching a resolution at the climate talks, the statement mentioned that around 21,000 people lost their lives due to weather-related disasters in the first nine months of 2010, which was more than double the casualties in 2009. The report's author, Tim Gore, warned that the situation is likely to worsen as climate change continues to escalate. The human toll of climate change in 2010 serves as a stark reminder of the urgency for progress in Cancun, according to the report. The statement also mentioned that Oxfam is advocating for a fair Climate Fund to ensure that the most vulnerable parties receive the necessary funds. The organization is emphasizing the important role of women in helping communities adapt to climate change and is calling for them to be a priority in fund distribution. It is urging countries to explore new fundraising methods, such as taxing unregulated international aviation and shipping emissions and implementing a tax on financial transactions at banks. Oxfam also noted that quicker action will reduce the costs of addressing climate change, with estimates showing that every dollar spent on adaptation could prevent $60 worth of destruction. Gore pointed out that Cancun will not meet all the requirements of a comprehensive global response to climate change. It has the potential to produce results that will positively impact disadvantaged individuals. A crucial accomplishment would be the establishment of a just climate fund, as this could also contribute to rebuilding confidence and getting the negotiations back on course.