US and China lead push to bring Paris climate deal into force early
by Suzanne Goldenberg from Environment | The Guardian on (#1AWAJ)
Early start date would add momentum for deeper emissions cuts and lock a future US president into the deal for four years
The US and China are leading a push to bring the Paris climate accord into force much faster than even the most optimistic projections - aided by a typographical glitch in the text of the agreement.
More than 150 governments, including 40 heads of state, are expected at a symbolic signing ceremony for the agreement at the United Nations on 22 April, which is Earth Day.