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Will UN Climate Talks in Azerbaijan Deliver on Finance and Emission Reductions? 

Union of Concerned Scientists

Reforming the international multilateral lending architecture to be fairer and more aligned with climate and sustainable development objectives is also critical. Now, what’s desperately needed are new funding commitments from countries to help meet the significant and growing needs as the climate crisis worsens.

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Do We Really Need New Technology to Fight Climate Change?

Union of Concerned Scientists

There’s tremendous interest especially in solar power—installing panels on the rooftops of homes and business, and in large-scale community installations. People can no longer deny climate change must be addressed. We have an imperative to view climate action beyond the lens of a carbon-only problem.

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Report from COP22: Day 1 in Marrakech

Law Columbia

Riding on one of the city’s “100% electric zero emission” buses, I noticed that much of the public lighting is solar powered. This is vital to meet rising demand for electricity among Moroccans, while reducing greenhouse gas emissions and mitigating climate change. According to Ms. Currently, throughout Africa, 662.6

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New Pittsburgh Energy Strategy Would Require Developers To Submit Climate, Energy-Efficiency Plans Along With Building Plans

PA Environment Daily

Events: -- Pennsylvania Leaders And Glasgow: Reflections On COP26 Climate Conference, Nov.

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Interview with Inger Andersen, Executive Director, United Nations Environment Program

Environmental Progress

The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change is an intergovernmental body of 195 member states that is unequivocal on the science of climate change. It plays a critical role in providing regular assessments of the scientific basis of climate change, its impact and risks, and options for adaptation and mitigation.

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1,198 New Stories In 2021 - REAL Environmental & Conservation Leadership In PA - Is Your Story Being Told?

PA Environment Daily

11th Annual (Virtual) Pittsburgh Sustainability Conference May 6-7 -- PA Master Naturalists Celebrate Arbor Day In Spring Field Notes Newsletter; May 11 - Bringing Nature Home -- Foundation For Sustainable Forests: Wildflower Walk May 2; Foundation Dinner Sept. 17; Loving The Land Thru Working Forests Conference Sept. Comitta, Rep.