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Feb 2023
48m 15s

Climate Change is Shaping Our Most Impor...

Wood Mackenzie
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The energy industry influences climate change, and climate change also influences the energy industry. Understanding the consequences of a warming world is essential for making the right decisions as trillions of dollars are invested in energy production around the world. While we work to mitigate climate change by cutting greenhouse gas emissions, we also n ... Show More
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