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Leaders at World Economic Forum to face reality of climate change on Swiss slopes

The World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, is putting the impacts of climate change on display for world and business leaders as the Alps are lacking snow. NBC’s Keir Simmons reports on why experts are sounding the alarm that Davos’ power players need to use their resources to act. » …

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Scorched: East Africa’s Climate Crisis

Scorched: East Africa’s Climate Crisis

East Africa is ground zero for climate change. In Kenya where community leaders tell NBC News Chief International Correspondent Keir Simmons of fertile lands just a decade ago that now looked to me a lot like dessert. These are not the people who caused climate change, yet they are suffering …

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Our Planet’s Future: Combatting Climate Change

Our Planet’s Future: Combatting Climate Change

2022 was another catastrophic year of extreme weather events fueled by climate change. NBC News correspondent Jacob Soboroff takes a look back at the impacts of those events and looks forward as the world rallies to fight climate change. » Subscribe to NBC News: http://nbcnews.to/SubscribeToNBC » Watch more NBC video: …

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Biden, Xi Phone Call Included Discussion Of Climate Change, Health Security And Taiwan

Biden, Xi Phone Call Included Discussion Of Climate Change, Health Security And Taiwan

NBC News’ Carol Lee reports on the notes from the hours-long phone call between President Biden and Chinese President Xi Jinping. » Subscribe to NBC News: http://nbcnews.to/SubscribeToNBC » Watch more NBC video: http://bit.ly/MoreNBCNews NBC News Digital is a collection of innovative and powerful news brands that deliver compelling, diverse and …

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House Committee Claims Oil Companies Could 'Doom' Climate

House Committee Claims Oil Companies Could 'Doom' Climate

In a new report from a House oversight committee, some Democrats in Congress are now accusing big oil companies of action that “could doom global efforts” when it comes to climate change. NBC News’ Hallie Jackson sat down with Representative Ro Khanna, who is on that committee, to discuss what …

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Scientists Point To Climate Change As Main Driver Of Intensifying Hurricanes

Scientists Point To Climate Change As Main Driver Of Intensifying Hurricanes

NBC’s Hallie Jackson looks back at Florida’s history of strong and dangerous storm, and explains why scientists believe that the storms seem to be getting more intense due to climate change. » Subscribe to NBC News: http://nbcnews.to/SubscribeToNBC » Watch more NBC video: http://bit.ly/MoreNBCNews NBC News Digital is a collection of …

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Chuck Todd: Unless Public ‘Demands’ Urgency On Climate Change, Congress Likely Won’t Act

Chuck Todd: Unless Public ‘Demands’ Urgency On Climate Change, Congress Likely Won’t Act

Climate change “is arguably the latest hot-button issue” where the White House’s “words are more forceful than their actions,” Chuck Todd says. The president announced executive action on climate on Wednesday that addresses extreme heat and home energy assistance for low-income residents.  » Subscribe to NBC News: http://nbcnews.to/SubscribeToNBC » Watch …

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Low Income Countries Bear Brunt Of Climate Change

Low Income Countries Bear Brunt Of Climate Change

Experts say the major flooding in Pakistan that has impacted millions highlights how low income countries that contribute less to climate change are bearing the brunt of its impacts. Dr. Farah Naureen from Mercy Corps and Professor Steven Clemens from Brown University share their thoughts. » Subscribe to NBC News: …

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U.S. Army Tackling Climate Change With A New Strategy

U.S. Army Tackling Climate Change With A New Strategy

The U.S. Armed Services now has an official climate strategy, including Fort Knox being the first Army installation to generate its own electricity through solar panels. NBC News’ Joshua Johnson is joined by Paul Farnan, the acting Assistant Secretary of the Army for Installations, Energy and Environment, to discuss more …

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