Countries Meet in Colombia to Talk About Fossil Fuels
Many countries began a summit in Colombia on April 24 to discuss how to move away from oil, gas, and coal.
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Many countries began a summit in Colombia on April 24 to discuss how to move away from oil, gas, and coal. Add one supporting fact from the article.
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- A declaration calls for stronger coastal protection.
- Many countries began a summit in Colombia on April 24 to discuss how to move away from oil, gas, and coal.
- A new UN-linked climate assessment said many cities are not adapting fast enough to rising heat, leaving residents, infrastructure and health systems increasingly exposed.
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