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EU leaders agree CO2 emissions cut | EU leaders agree CO2 emissions cut |
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European Union leaders have reached a landmark deal to cut greenhouse gas emissions by 40% by 2030, compared with 1990 levels. | |
The decision was agreed after heated discussions at a summit in Brussels, as some members had argued that their varied interests should be protected. | |
Correspondents say it could make the EU a leader again in climate policy. | |
The bloc also aims to boost the use of renewable energy to 27% in the total energy mix. |