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The Richest 1% Emits as Much Carbon as the Poorest Two-Thirds of the World
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The richest 1% of the global population is responsible for a significant amount of carbon emissions, equal to the emissions of the poorest two-thirds of the world's population. Oxfam's report highlights the need for progressive climate policy actions, such as a tax on frequent flying and a tax on non-green investments.
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