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Cities Respond to Moody’s Global Warming Rating
In conjunction with the North American Climate Summit, Chicago’s mayor and dozens of other mayors signed the “Chicago Climate Charter,” which calls on mayors to work to achieve a reduction in greenhouse gas emissions that’s equal to or more than required by the 2015 Paris Agreement. Continue reading
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Cities Risk Ratings Downgrade for Failure to Address Climate Change Risks
In a November 28, 2017 report, Moody’s Investors Service warned cities and states that they faced the risk of a credit rating downgrade if they were not proactive in planning to mitigate the risks of climate change. Continue reading