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Not Just CO2: China’s Efforts on Lesser Known Greenhouse Gases Critical to Stabilizing the Climate

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For the Millions of East Africans Who Need Electricity Most, Data Shows Renewable Energy Is a Viable – and Affordable – Solution

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Electricity has far-reaching impacts on people's livelihoods. This Tanzanian tailor can sew at night thanks to solar power. Photo by Theo Steemers/USAID

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Buyer Beware: One Study Finds 62% of Wood Products Mislabeled

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WRI Experts Offer Perspective on Tropical Deforestation in Science Journal

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Despite Challenges, Virginia Cities Envision a Bold Clean Energy Future

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A 10-Step Plan for the World to Cut Food Loss and Waste in Half By 2030

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Will Anyone Eat a Plant-based Big Mac? Behavioral Science Says Yes

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August 23, 2019

What Can Global Forest Watch Tell Us About the Fires in Brazil?

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August 22, 2019

From Climate Researcher to Climate Spectator: Witnessing a Melting Arctic

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August 22, 2019

With New Business Roundtable Statement, Are 200 CEOs Stuck in Yesterday’s Corporate Sustainability?

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August 20, 2019

A Tale of Two Cities in Brazil (and the Forest that Connects Them)

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Salvador's city government delivers native trees to residents, as part of an effort to revitalize the surrounding Atlantic Forest. Photo by Marcelo Gandra.

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Latin America and Caribbean Climate Week Is an Opportune Moment to Strengthen Regional Climate Action

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Aftermath of Hurricane Maria in Domenica

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INSIDER: What to Look for in the Latest Round of BBNJ Negotiations

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This Month in Climate Science, July 2019: Raccoon Explosions, Climate-friendly Elephants and More 100-Degree Days

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Hundreds of US Communities Are Making Climate Action Plans, but Few Include Forests

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Good News, Bad News: 4 Trends in US Energy Use

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Regional Integration Could Be Key to China’s Climate Action

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Chongqing, a city in China’s Yangtze River Delta

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