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Thursday, October 23, 2014

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EU Leaders Agree CO2 Emissions Cut (BBC News)

The bloc also agreed to boost the use of renewable energy to 27% in the total energy mix



EU leaders have reached a landmark deal to cut greenhouse emissions by 40% by 2030, compared with 1990 levels.

The binding decision came after heated discussions at a summit in Brussels, as some members had argued that their varied interests should be protected.

Correspondents say it could make the EU a leader again in climate policy.

The bloc also agreed to boost the use of renewable energy to 27% in the total energy mix and increase energy efficiency to at least 27%.

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