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Angling to get New Jersey into the United States Climate Alliance.

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Authorities probe whether Canadian businesses hide climate costs from investors.

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This oil law was sold as climate friendly. It might not be.

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The American people – not Big Oil – must decide our climate future.

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Why sea cucumbers are making life harder for diesel traders.

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US power plant emissions fall to near 1990 levels, decoupling from GDP growth.

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EU strikes deal on carbon market reform.

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Fossil fuel companies undermining Paris agreement negotiations.

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