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Post date: 09-Mar-2011 18:59:47
Connie Hedegaard wins battle for 25% carbon emissions cut
Europe's climate chief has beaten off intense lobbying from businesses to secure a key victory in the battle over greenhouse gas targets. Sol Oyuela, senior adviser at Christian Aid, said: "It's good to see the EU saying today that 25 per cent cuts by 2020 are achievable. However, what's really striking is the yawning gap between what European leaders are prepared to commit to and the ambitious plans which the Chinese authorities announced on Saturday… the plan shows that the Chinese have great confidence in the green future being an engine for development." (Guardian)
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