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Emissions Gap Between Rich and Poor in Same Country Greater Than Emissions Gap Between Countries

HeadlineFeb 01, 2023

A new report by the World Inequality Lab shows the difference in carbon emissions between rich and poor people within the same country is now greater than the difference in emissions between countries. The report backs windfall taxes and progressive taxation to help fund low-carbon initiatives.

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