As Trump prepares to enter the White House, Americans' concern over climate change hits record levels

James Murray
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Polls reveal clear majority of Americans back action to tackle climate change, despite new administration's promise to tear up climate policies

As green businesses and environmental campaigner wait to see if Donald Trump's inaugural address provides any indication as to his latest thinking on US and international climate policy, fresh evidence...

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