Tiny Tuvalu to be wholly powered by sun and wind by 2020

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Threatened by rising sea levels, Pacific island unveils zero-carbon strategy in attempt to boost clout at Copenhagen talks

In a move designed to strengthen its bargaining position at the upcoming international climate change talks in Copenhagen, the tiny Pacific island nation of Tuvalu has set a target of having all its energy...

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