Global emissions on track for new record as climate impact costs soar

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Flurry of reports from scientists, investors and multinational businesses warn urgent action is needed to tackle escalating climate risks

Political and business leaders gathered at this week's Warsaw Climate Summit will today receive a timely reminder on the urgent need to curb global greenhouse gas emissions with the release of new research...

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