Leonardo DiCaprio's foundation dedicated to protecting the Earth has given more than $20 million this year in grants to more than 100 organizations around the world, the actor announced Tuesday. "The Revenant" star announced the grants ahead of his appearance at a climate change conference at Yale University, hosted by former Secretary of State John Kerry. He planned to use the appearance to urge more immediate steps to reduce the world’s reliance on fossil fuels in favor of renewable energy sources. JUDGE JUDY GETS APOLOGY FOR FALSE NATIONAL ENQUIRER ALZHEIMER STORYSince 1998, the Leonardo DiCaprio Foundation has given $80 million in grants. JADA PINKETT SMITH DENIES LEAH REMINI’S SCIENTOLOGY CLAIMIn a speech at the Yale event, the Oscar-winning actor urged people to vote for candidates who take climate change seriously.

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