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NZ gets 'fossil' shame award at climate conference as new funds announced
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War-triggered gas boom threatens world climate goal
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This sea turtle sanctuary has survived 40 years. Climate change may kill it
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National opposition to biofuels mandate leaves emissions targets in question
The changes were partly designed to make the fuel sector more resilient.
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Over 200 cyclists arrested at Amsterdam airport climate protest
Hundreds of cyclists descended on Amsterdam's largest private airport.
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Envoys from around the world gather in Egypt to tackle global threats.
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