Climate Crisis

Phasing out coal power plants a sticking point as G7 vows to hasten shift to renewables

Group fails to set timetable for phasing out coal-fired plants as two days of talks end in Japan

G7 ministers on climate, energy and environment in Sapporo, northern Japan. G7 actions are critical, but so is their support for less wealthy nations often suffering the worst effects of climate change. Photograph: Hiro Komae/AP
G7 ministers on climate, energy and environment in Sapporo, northern Japan. G7 actions are critical, but so is their support for less wealthy nations often suffering the worst effects of climate change. Photograph: Hiro Komae/AP
Elaine Kurtenbach, Associated Press
Sun Apr 16 2023 - 09:44

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