French President Jacques Chirac warned that if the US did not sign the agreements, a carbon tax across Europe on imports from nations that have not signed the Kyoto treaty could be imposed to try to force compliance. He demanded that the United States sign both the Kyoto Protocol and a future agreement that will take effect when the Kyoto accord runs out inย 2012.
The industry has abandoned its climate pledges in favor of fossil fuel-powered AI data centers.
The Reform leader pocketed major sums from second jobs and donor gifts.
Some lobby organizations that work for environmental organizations also work for the fossil fuel industry.
The Republicโs historic failure to curb agricultural pollution drives concern among campaigners.
