Report argues US needs to increase climate adaptation funding 154-fold to pay fair share

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ActionAid report argues rich nations must contribute far more to help poorer countries deal with the effects of climate change

Rich countries are falling far short of providing sufficient funds to help people in poorer nations adapt to the impacts of climate change, according to a new report. The report, released last week...

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