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The hosts of the Olympic Games in Paris have set a goal to halve climate-damaging emissions compared to previous games, but experts doubt its feasibility. Stefan Gössling of Linnaeus University in Sweden supports the plans for Paris but points out some shortcomings. “The most crucial aspect is obviously travel,” he told dpa. Athletes and spectators from around the globe will generate significant air traffic, Gössling said. He added that it remains unclear how these emissions will be effectively reduced. Based on the information provided, the Olympic Games in London and Rio emitted some 3.5 mil…

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