In 2024, America’s efforts to reduce climate change pollution stalled, with greenhouse gas emissions dropping just 0.2 percent due to increased demand for electricity leading to more natural gas burning. This setback puts the country further from President Biden’s goal of cutting emissions by 50 percent by 2030, despite a 20 percent decrease since 2005. The future of emissions reduction depends on maintaining clean energy policies and investments, as well as addressing challenges in the power and transportation sectors.
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Gold Price Passes $3,000, a Record High, Amid Tariff Anxiety
The price of gold hit a record high of over $3,000 per troy ounce due to President Trump's tariff policy uncertainty, economic slowdown fears, and a sinking stock market. Investors turn to gold as a safe haven during turmoil, leading to a 14 percent increase this year while the S&P 500 index falls into a correction. Market experts predict further price increases as global trade tensions escalate and central banks increase gold reserves to reduce...
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