EU deal to cut greenhouse gas emissions

European Union leaders have agreed to cut greenhouse gas emissions in the 28-nation bloc to at least 40 percent below 1990 levels by 2030
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TOP EU CARBON EMITTERS: Million tonnes of CO2 equivalent

Germany 939  1,248

UK 581  775

France 490  557 

Italy  460   519

Poland 401  465

Spain  284  342 

Netherlands  192  212 

Czech Rep.   131  196 

Romania      119  248 

Belgium      116  143  
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Sources: European Commission, wire agencies


Picture: Associated Press

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