This week in climate progress

What would happen if the world cut meat and milk consumption in half?

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A simple way to make electric cars more accessible: Share them

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FEMA rolls out climate adaptation loans for small & overlooked communities

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What would happen if the world cut meat and milk consumption in half?

A simple way to make electric cars more accessible: Share them

FEMA rolls out climate adaptation loans for small & overlooked communities

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