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6 big takeaways from the opening of the Paris climate conference
The summit has just begun, but we can already see themes emerging and battle lines being drawn.
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India and France launch a solar alliance — and a book of environmental quotes
On day one of the climate summit, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and French President François Hollande made some big announcements.
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The EPA raises the Renewable Fuels Standard. Here’s why that makes no sense
Ethanol uses up farmland and harms the climate even more than fossil fuels. But it's business, and somebody's making hay.
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Soft drink tax war to bubble up in cities across the U.S.
Soda taxes are finally gaining traction. Next year, they might appear at the polling booth in a city near you.
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All those toxic chemicals in the ocean? Birds are pooping them back on shore
Guano is even grosser than we thought.
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How to read the jargon at the Paris climate change talks
This guide translates the diplomat-speak to more common language.
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Obama calls the climate fight an “act of defiance” against terrorism
As major U.N. talks kick off in Paris, the president acknowledged America's role in causing global warming.
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Eiffel Tower turns green as Paris Climate Summit kicks off
An interactive light installation projects images of trees onto the iconic Paris landmark.
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Check out these amazing photos from the world’s biggest day of climate action ever
Hundreds of thousands of people joined 2,300 marches in 175 countries, demanding a strong climate deal from leaders in Paris.
