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Why You Should Care About The Latest IPCC Report | BreezoMeter

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According to the report , average net annual human-caused GHG emissions were at their highest levels in human history between 2010 and 2019, with urban areas responsible for an increasing proportion of the emissions. The rate of emissions growth year on year slowed between 2010-2019 in comparison to the previous decade.

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Is there any Climate Justice or is it Just-us? A focus on the Caribbean

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These effects of climate change have been closely linked to socioecological hazards, including biodiversity loss, pollution, deforestation, coastal erosion, overfishing, and freshwater salinization (Douglas & Cooper, 2020). Aggregate Trends of Climate Finance Provided and Mobilised by Developed Countries in 2013-2020 Shah, K.

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The EU-MERCOSUR Deal: A Litmus Test for Resolving the Growing Paradox of Development and Conservation

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During his United Nations (“UN”) Speech, Brazil President Bolsonaro made clear his government’s commitment to environmental protection and sustainable development to benefit Brazil and the world. the highest surge in fires since 2010. United Nations General Debate – New York, September 24, 2019. solemn commitment.” contributing.