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Joseph J. Romm

CIA closes down intelligence center focused on climate change

Environment

The Central Intelligence Agency for a few years has operated a group focused on examining how climate change could affect U.S. National Security. But, recently, the desk has been shutdown, which some environmentalists say is because of opposition from Republicans in Congress.

Obama taps Strategic Petroleum Reserve

Environment

Van Jones’ resignation and the green agenda

Environment

Energy Costs, the Environment and the Presidential Campaign

Global Politics

Good for the Environment and Good for Workers

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