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CO2 reduction

Carbon dioxide emissions have a grave impact on the climate. If we want to limit global warming to well below 2 degrees Celsius (3.6 Fahrenheit), the world must drastically reduce CO2 emissions.

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Former President Donald Trump speaks at a campaign town hall, a large sign reading "Drill Baby Drill" behind him

What does Trump's second term mean for the climate?

What does Trump's second term mean for the climate?

As Donald Trump hustles to assemble a governing team, environmental analysts say the future looks bleak.
Nature and EnvironmentJanuary 20, 2025
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Why Germany needs to keep lowering its carbon footprint

Why Germany needs to keep lowering its carbon footprint

As countries work to reduce their emissions, Germany is now responsible for less than 2%. But even that is too much.
Nature and EnvironmentJanuary 8, 2025
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Could an IVF calf help reduce dairy's global emissions?

Could an IVF calf help reduce dairy's global emissions?

The birth a calf bred to produce less methane is being hailed as a breakthrough for greening the dairy industry.
Nature and EnvironmentJanuary 3, 2025
A woman stands on a grass-covered rooftop on the faroe islands, using both hands to guide an electric sense to mow the grass on the rooftop.

Faroe Islands' traditional grass roofs reduce CO2 emissions

Faroe Islands' traditional grass roofs reduce CO2 emissions

Many Faroe Islanders have grass roofs that draw CO2 from the atmosphere. It's a Viking tradition!
ClimateDecember 20, 202402:08 min
Climate case at The Hague in the Netherlands

Landmark climate hearings conclude at world's top court

Landmark climate hearings conclude at world's top court

After two weeks of powerful testimonies, what impact could a UN court decision have?
Nature and EnvironmentDecember 13, 2024
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Desertification drives Kenyan herdsmen to camels

Desertification drives Kenyan herdsmen to camels

Climate change has degraded 75% of the Earth's land, the UN warns. Kenyan herders are already trading cattle for camels.
ClimateDecember 13, 202402:57 min
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Chinese firm ran extensive carbon credit scam

In a billion-euro fraud, German authorities have been deceived over carbon saving projects at oilfields in China.
CrimeDecember 11, 202403:40 min
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What's been said at the landmark ICJ climate hearings?

Nations are asking the International Court of Justice to oblige big polluters to keep their promises to cut emissions.
ClimateDecember 7, 2024
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What will happen if Argentina quits Paris Climate Agreement?

As Argentina mulls leaving the Paris accord, DW examines how climate action could look under climate-skeptic Milei.
Nature and EnvironmentNovember 19, 2024
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COP29: What is holding back negotiations so far?

As the UN climate summit enters its second week, concern is mounting over slow progress.
Nature and EnvironmentNovember 18, 2024
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Carbon emissions hit high as climate action stagnates

Despite the urgent need to cut carbon in the atmosphere to slow climate change, fossil fuel emissions are still rising.
ClimateNovember 14, 2024
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Climate change in 10 charts

From the biggest polluters to the history of emissions, DW explores the most important facts on climate change.
Nature and EnvironmentNovember 13, 2024
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