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EU leaders agree CO2 emissions cut EU leaders agree CO2 emissions cut
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European Union leaders reach landmark deal to cut greenhouse emissions by 40% by 2030 European Union leaders have reached a landmark deal to cut greenhouse gas emissions by 40% by 2030, compared with 1990 levels.
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The bloc also aims to boost the use of renewable energy to 27% in the total energy mix.