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President Biden has set a goal of making the U.S. carbon neutral by 2050, which will require steeper emissions cuts than the U.S. has ever achieved. To reach it, coal power would have to wane into a footnote, replaced by renewables like solar and wind.

How Fast Will Biden Need To Move On Climate? Really, Really Fast

5:10pm February 02, 2021

by Lauren Sommer

Scientists say the next decade is crucial for slowing climate change. To catch up, Biden's environmental policies will have to move faster than any in history.

Denver's newest skyscraper (center) followed new building codes for energy efficiency. The city wants to reduce greenhouse gas emissions 80 percent by 2050.

Despite Progress, Cities Struggle With Ambitious Climate Goals

4:27pm February 06, 2018

by Dan Boyce

Dozens of cities are vowing to cut their carbon emissions and uphold the U.S. commitment to the Paris climate deal. Despite progress, many are falling short of their most ambitious goals.

The NPR Top Political Story of the Year Bracket after Round 2 voting.

NPR Bracket, Round 2 Results: Only 16 Stories Remain

12:15pm December 28, 2017

by Domenico Montanaro

Fallout from sexual harassment, Comey's firing and the Mueller probe are all in strong positions to be the top political stories of 2017. Will there be an upset Thursday?

Despite President Trump's decision to withdraw from an international climate accord, other leaders affirmed their commitment to the plan at the G20 Summit. Trump is seen here with German Chancellor Angela Merkel on Saturday.

'G19' Nations Affirm Climate Plan, Acknowledging U.S. Withdrawal

2:34pm July 08, 2017

by Bill Chappell

Noting President Trump's stance, a declaration states, "The leaders of the other G20 members state that the Paris Agreement is irreversible."