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Nations Reach Climate Deal in Paris; Protesters Say It's Not Enough
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Nearly 200 nations reached an accord in Paris Saturday to rein in rising greenhouse gas emissions that are warming the planet. The deal includes voluntary commitments by countries to cut carbon emissions as well as billions more dollars to help poor nations implement renewable energy and cope with climate change. President Obama hailed the deal even while acknowledging it's not enough to stop global warming.
President Obama: "Even if all the initial targets set in Paris are met, we'll only be part of the way there when it comes to reducing carbon from the atmosphere, so we cannot be complacent because of today's agreement. The problem is not solved because of this accord. But make no mistake: The Paris Agreement establishes the enduring framework the world needs to solve the climate crisis."
Many scientists and environmental groups say nations need to be far more ambitious to prevent global temperatures from rising. Thousands of people took to the streets of Paris Saturday to demand further action.
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