Global Briefing: Greenpeace's Jennifer Morgan appointed as Germany's climate envoy

James Murray
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Credit: Greenpeace International

Germany's climate diplomacy coup, Duke Energy's ambitious new coal phase out plans, and all the big green business news from around the world this week

Greenpeace International boss Jennifer Morgan appointed as Germany's top climate diplomat The new German government has underscored its commitment to climate action this week, with the shock news that...

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