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European countries sign a new climate agreement

European leaders signed a new climate agreement aimed at reducing pollution faster. Supporters say it can create green jobs, while critics worry about the cost.

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European countries have signed a climate agreement designed to reduce pollution more quickly. Supporters argue that the policy could create green jobs and speed up the energy transition. Critics say the plan may be expensive for governments and businesses.

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Do you think governments should spend more money on climate action, even if some industries face higher costs? Why or why not?

Vocabulary

agreement word
an official decision or plan accepted by two or more sides
“The countries reached an agreement after several months of talks.”
reduce word
to make something smaller or less
“The policy aims to reduce air pollution in large cities.”
pollution word
harmful substances in the air, water, or land
“Pollution can affect both human health and the environment.”
critics word
people who point out problems or express disagreement
“Critics said the proposal would be too expensive.”
burden word
a difficult responsibility, cost, or problem to carry
“Small companies worry about the financial burden of new rules.”