Automakers eye House after fuel fight – Washington Post. What we all view as success, tougher fuel economy standards, automakers view as defeat. They are looking to weaken the standards in the House. Here’s hoping they fail.
Norway Says Will Slash CO2 Emissions at Home – Reuters. Norway said on Friday that domestic cuts in carbon dioxide emissions would account for between half and two-thirds of “the world’s most ambitious climate goal” — achieving zero net emissions of CO2 by 2050.
China Drought Causes Water Shortages for Millions – Reuters. “Drought affecting large swathes of China has left more than 8 million people short of water.” The country is experiencing weather extremes: The dry weather conditions in some parts contrasts with flooding in the south. Torrential rains have killed at least 76 people and destroyed hundreds of thousands of hectares of rice crops.
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