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First LookCan we put an end to deforestation? Brazil is already leading the way.A talk Tuesday with a focus on deforestation in the United Nations climate summit in Paris has one experienced member 鈥 Brazil, a nation that has cut down on illegal deforestation by 80 percent in just over a decade.聽
First LookCan Monsanto lead way to carbon neutral farming?The agro-business giant pledges to put its global reach to good use by reducing emissions, encouraging farmers to adapt greener growing methods, and continuing research on crops that can withstand global warming.聽
World leaders show rare unity in climate summit openingOn day one of COP21, the Paris climate summit,聽heads of state from across the globe reiterated their support for a meaningful climate agreement.
Bill Gates's new private-public push seeks clean energy innovationBill Gates is working on clean energy solutions through Breakthrough Energy Coalition, a private group of billionaire investors, and the Mission Innovation, a public group of over 20 countries committed to doubling government investments in clean energy.
First LookCan Obama and China鈥檚 President Xi find common ground in Paris?Coordination between the United States and China continues to be critical when it comes to fighting global warming, world leaders say.
Paris climate summit: What to expect from historic talksFor the first time, nearly all of the countries are committing to some level of action.
Canadian brothers free trapped bald eagle, take selfie with itWhen the two young brothers found the powerful predator with its talon stuck in a fur trap, they knew they had to somehow approach the bird and set it free. But first, they posed for an epic selfie.
Using emergency powers, France puts climate activists under house arrestFrench authorities place 24 climate activists under house arrest for the duration of the Paris climate summit under precautionary pretenses, but some are calling the government's detention of potential protesters a violation of free speech.
Hollande, activists gear up for Paris climate talksFrench President Francois Hollande met with environmental groups Saturday in the Elysee Palace, pushing for to reduce man-made emissions.
Anonymous hackers target Iceland sites in whaling protestHacker collective Anonymous has claimed responsibility for bringing down five government websites in Iceland in a protest against whale-hunting.
Climate talks: Why Bill Gates expects to pledge $1 billion for 'clean energy'Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates is expected to announce $1 billion, and perhaps more, in support of clean-energy technologies while in Paris for the global climate summit.
The Summit: Monitor coverage of Paris climate talksThe Monitor has packaged its best energy and climate coverage into one special feature on the Paris climate talks.
In Paris, a turning point for global climate talksLong-time participants hope this year's UN climate summit can succeed where past efforts have fallen short.聽
Could finance derail Paris climate talks?Developing nations want the developed world to help them meet the costs of mitigating the effects of climate change and transitioning to a low-carbon economy. But the money might be hard to come by.
First LookWeather-related disasters on the rise, says UN reportWeather-related disasters happened almost daily over the past decade on a rising trend, according to a new UN report.
Why aren't electric car sales in the US any higher?Electric vehicles require less maintenance and more time to sell, so car dealerships have business reasons to be reluctant about selling electric cars.聽
What a Rwandan solar plant is teaching Africa about clean energyThe success of the solar plant is crucial to Rwanda's plan to provide electricity to 70 percent of its 11.8 million citizens by June 2018.
First LookIs climate change to blame for crisis in Syria? Prince Charles says so.While there is a growing academic belief that climate change will increase conflict this century, scientists are hesitant to label climate change a direct cause of any one conflict.
Only three northern white rhinos left. Can we save the rhinos?Nola, a聽northern white rhino, died at her San Diego home Sunday, leaving only three of her kind left in the world.
Climate change fact check: Republican candidates get failing gradeHow accurate are the 2016 presidential candidates' statements about climate change? 聽Republican Sen. Ted Cruz had the lowest score, said聽eight climate and biological scientists.
