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IPCC report: The 10 key conclusions

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As underscored by recent flooding, heatwaves, and wildfires across parts of North America, Europe, Asia and Africa, the report makes clear that climate change is accelerating and intensifying across every region of the planet. Natural carbon sinks become less effective as emissions rise. by the 2100.

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Global Briefing: Paris Olympics targets zero food waste and more plant based meals

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Paris Olympics plans to halve carbon footprint of meals served at the Games. Paris 2024 President Tony Estanguet this week unveiled the catering strategy for the upcoming Olympic Games in the French capital, revealing a goal to halve the average carbon footprint of meals served during the Games.

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Climate change is creating security threats around the world - and militaries are responding

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Climate crisis is forcing countries to review both their security strategies and their military sustainability, writes University of Oxford lecturer Timothy Clack. New trade routes are emerging, the Northern Sea Route (NSR), for example, is projected to rival Suez Canal traffic and shift trade flows between Asia and Europe.