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Germany can end coal power much earlier than 2038

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UN security council members mount new push to address climate threat

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Climate Weekly: Decision time for German coal

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Stop asking climate scientists how we feel

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Last minute talks to set end date for German coal power

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Green New Deal should not be feared, says Spanish prime minister

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