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“The thing about global warming is that you can address it on a great number of levels - in fact you have to.”

Quote by Bill McKibben

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Bill McKibben, born on December 8, 1960, is an American environmentalist renowned for his deep research and advocacy on climate change issues. His work highlights the impact of human activities on the Earth, particularly the destruction caused by industrialization and consumerism. more

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