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Carbon countdown clock: how much of the world's carbon budget have we spent?

The clock marks how long it will take, if the rate of greenhouse gas emissions stays the same, before 2 degrees celsius of warming is likely. The 2015 Paris climate accord seeks to keep warming well below 2 degrees above pre-industrial levels, to prevent the worst effects of climate change.

Here's how The Guardian built the clock. Here's more on Pennsylvania's response to climate change.

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Pa. communities get influx of federal cash to plant trees

The Urban and Community Forest Program aims to plant and maintain trees, combat extreme heat and climate change, and improve access to nature in cities, towns, and suburbs.

By Rachel McDevitt


Pa. gas prices, drilling falls, report says

The Independent Fiscal Office said the average price for natural gas from April to June of this year fell to $1.45.

By Rachel McDevitt

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Federal rule aims to ease connection between new power and grid

Advocates say it’s a first step in getting more renewables online, but some regional grid operators may fight the rule.

By Rachel McDevitt

What can I do about climate change? Part 7: Speak up

Connecting with others interested in finding solutions to climate challenges can help you stay motivated.

By Rachel McDevitt

What can one person do about climate change? Part 6: Upgrade your home

Those measures will take time and money, so it’s important to plan ahead.

By Rachel McDevitt

Fingerprints of climate change seen in Pa.’s hot summer days

Pennsylvania did not set records, but a new analysis shows it is still feeling the effects of climate change.

By Rachel McDevitt

State amphibian may get another shot at federal protections

Forty percent of known hellbender populations have died out and more are shrinking.

By Rachel McDevitt

What can I do about climate change? Part 4: Getting around

Transportation is responsible for about one-third of U.S. emissions.

By Rachel McDevitt
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