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Phasing out nuclear power a must for Japan’s new energy plan.
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Don’t ignore a major threat to the Chesapeake Bay.
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Did climate change cause the New Orleans flood?
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Tribal liaison in Minnesota pipeline review is sidelined after oil company complains to governor.
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In Egypt, a rising sea — and growing worries about climate change's effects.
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