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There's no issue more pressing on the global agenda than climate change. With so many companies & institutions scrambling towards solutions, find out what the experts have to say as you explore the latest in global warming & climate change news.

Top news of the week: 02.02.2022.

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@RAN shared
On Jan 26, 2022
Stopping the money pipeline to fossil fuels is a key strategy for stopping climate change. There's no oil pipeline, coal plant, or drilling project that can happen without financing. Learn more about how we win against the biggest banks & insurers: https://t.co/sT6EZ9MADv
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Defund Climate Change

Defund Climate Change

Since 2016, 35 banks have poured $2.7 trillion into fossil fuels and dirty energy. It’s time for Wall Street to defund climate change for good, because business, as usual, isn’t going to ...

@GRI_LSE shared
On Jan 31, 2022
China now has a "golden opportunity" to be a stronger leader on climate change. @DKyriakopoulou spoke to @GusMcNeice about the new report from @GRI_LSE https://t.co/t7dirFv40N
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China's role in climate change battle 'crucial'

China's role in climate change battle 'crucial'

Experts say nation can help others adopt much-needed renewable energy solutions Experts have encouraged China in a new report first seen by China Daily to ramp up international …

@columbiaclimate shared
On Jan 28, 2022
Could climate change be good for plants? A new explainer from @ReneeCho breaks down how climate impacts help and hurt the plants we depend on https://t.co/jsSPg8GfOs
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How Climate Change Will Affect Plants

How Climate Change Will Affect Plants

While elevated levels of CO2 can help plants grow, the impacts of climate change mean it’s not all good news for the plant world.

@EricHolthaus shared
On Jan 27, 2022
RT @MariaStamas: Gave in and paid for a subscription to read this article by @KateAronoff. It was worth it. From the article --> "In short, the biggest drivers of inflation these past few months are also what’s fueling the climate crisis." https://t.co/mbAQ1Op7he
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To Fight Climate Change, Bring Back State Planning

To Fight Climate Change, Bring Back State Planning

The United States has the tools to transition to a greener economy. Why isn’t it using them?

@LeoHickman shared
On Feb 1, 2022
RT @CarbonBrief: NEW - Revealed: The 11 slides that finally convinced Boris Johnson about global warming | @daisydunnesci @Josh_Gabbatiss @LeoHickman @rtmcswee @AyeshaTandon @tomoprater @joejgoodman READ HERE: https://t.co/SWdmZXzv7R https://t.co/EboCcJMGDt
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Revealed: The 11 slides that finally convinced Boris Johnson about global warming

Revealed: The 11 slides that finally convinced Boris Johnson about global warming

A scientific briefing that UK prime minister Boris Johnson says changed his mind about global warming has been made public for the first time.

@LeoHickman shared
On Feb 1, 2022
RT @CarbonBrief: NEW - Last refuges for coral reefs to disappear above 1.5C of global warming, study finds | @daisydunnesci w/ comment from @Adele_Dixon09 @ProfTerryHughes Read: https://t.co/Sz1VExYw3X https://t.co/lo0lYhqsBD
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Last refuges for coral reefs to disappear above 1.5C of global warming, study finds

Last refuges for coral reefs to disappear above 1.5C of global warming, study finds

The last refugia for the world’s ailing coral reefs could vanish completely if global warming exceeds 1.5C above pre-industrial levels.

@insideclimate shared
On Jan 28, 2022
As climate change exacerbates flooding and droughts, insuring the nation’s farmers is becoming far more expensive, a new report says. Environmentalists say the skyrocketing crop insurance discourages farmers from adapting to a rapidly warming planet. https://t.co/9pEPigE55n
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Increased Flooding and Droughts Linked to Climate Change Have Sent Crop Insurance Payouts Skyrocketing

Increased Flooding and Droughts Linked to Climate Change Have Sent Crop Insurance Payouts Skyrocketing

As climate change drives more droughts, rain and extreme weather across American farmland, the cost of insuring the country’s farmers has soared, putting taxpayers increasingly on the hook ...

@ChristopherNFox shared
On Feb 2, 2022
“Democrats urge Biden to pass #climate change part of Build Back Better” - ⁦@emma_newburger⁩ ⁦@CNBC⁩ https://t.co/c6WAxCDsbc
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House Democrats urge Biden to pass climate change portion of Build Back Better

House Democrats urge Biden to pass climate change portion of Build Back Better

The climate portion of President Joe Biden's Build Back Better legislation represents the largest-ever federal investment in clean energy.