Pope Leo described as 'outspoken' on the need for bolder climate action

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New Pope widely tipped to build on his predecessor's call for more ambitious efforts to protect nature and tackle the climate crisis

Hopes are high across the environmental movement that the Vatican will continue to provide an influential voice in the global fight against the climate and nature crises under the newly-elected Pope, Robert...

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