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EU Targets Cutting Emissions 55% by 2030

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   The European Union announced Wednesday a provisional agreement to cut
   greenhouse gas emissions in the 27-member bloc by 55% by 2030.

   The 2030 target is part of a larger goal of getting the EU to be
   carbon-neutral by 2050.

   European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said the agreement
   puts the EU "on a green path for a generation."

   "It is our binding pledge to our children and grandchildren," sheadded.

   EU member states must approve the deal before it becomes official.

   Wednesday's agreement comes ahead of the start of a two-day virtual
   summit hosted by U.S. President Joe Biden for world leaders to discuss
   ways to combat climate change.

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