Bolder climate action in cities could yield $583bn economic boost

Michael Holder
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Policies pushing for clean transport, buildings, industry and energy in global cities could slash greenhouse gases and air pollution, C40 finds

A raft of green policy actions across city transport, buildings and industry around the world could yield up to $583bn in economic benefits while delivering significant benefits for climate, air pollution...

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