VIDEO: Will Germany Banish Fossil Fuels before the US?

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Germany wants to slash its use of fossil fuels by 2050.

Visit the Tiny Town Where Big Coal Will Meet Its Fate

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Morrow County, Ore., is the setting for America’s next big climate showdown.

In Detroit, Automakers Take Strides Toward New Obama Standards

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Gas guzzlers adopt fuel-saving tech made famous by the Prius.

European Mammals Make Like Gérard Depardieu, Flee to Russia

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New research shows that climate change will expand habitats across Northern Europe for many mammals.

Chart: What Exactly (Cough) Is Beijing (Hack) Breathing?

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Climate Desk breaks down exactly what’s in the air.

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