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Sarkozy Plans to Put France in Environmental Lead

French President Nicolas Sarkozy has launched an environmental initiative he says will put France in the lead of efforts to reduce global warming.

Among his proposals: a massive investment program to develop energy-efficient buildings and vehicles; a ban on incandescent light bulbs; and expansions and improvements to the rail system.

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