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Paris climate summit: the view from AngolaOn the sidelines of the Paris climate talks, the Monitor spoke with聽Giza Gaspar Martins, an Angolan diplomat who represents the world's poorest and most vulnerable nations.聽
First LookPacific Islanders: Climate change creates new category of refugeesKiribati, Tuvalu, and Nauru natives are witnessing dire climate change consequences in their Pacific island homes, but they lack international recognition as refugees.
Coast Guard saves 50 sharks from illegal nets in TexasThe rescue is among the largest of its kind, and part of a broader effort to combat illegal fishing practices in US waters.
At Paris climate talks, California has a message for the worldCalifornia has long considered itself an independent country on climate change. In the Paris climate change talks, it gets to act like one.聽
Lead US negotiator: Paris climate agreement must have legsA successful Paris climate summit requires more than just a 'one-off agreement,' US climate envoy Todd Stern said Wednesday.聽
First LookCan lessons from Australia's 'Big Dry' save California?Innovations from Australia's 'millennium drought' may be adapted for California's water crisis, now in its fifth year. But energy and conservation experts say changing attitudes are just as important as new technologies.聽
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.