Several major cities, large companies, and the aforementioned former President are working together and pledging billions of dollars to do their part in the fight against global warming. They plan to upgrade current inefficient systems that are in place such as lighting, heating, and cooling. The cities involved are Bangkok; Berlin; Chicago; Houston; Johannesburg; Karachi; London; Melbourne; Mexico City; Mumbai; New York; Rome; São Paulo; Seoul; Tokyo; and Toronto. Hopefully, this trend will continue and more cities will get involved and in turn urge more citizens themselves to do more as well. Said Clinton of the partnership, “Climate change is a global problem that requires local action. The businesses, banks and cities partnering with my foundation are addressing the issue of global warming because it’s the right thing to do, but also because it’s good for their bottom line.” But, why is your foundation addressing it Mr. Clinton? Is it good for your bottom line? Perhaps he feels guilty for not joining the Kyoto Protocol?? Or perhaps he wants to boost his image to help his wife follow in his footsteps??? Or maybe he even genuinely wants to do something good for the world???? You be the judge… 

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