Rich Brits blamed for high emissions – but they might hold the power to accelerate climate action
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Updates every hour. Last Updated: 6-Jul-2025 14:10 ET (6-Jul-2025 18:10 GMT/UTC)
Britain’s wealthiest individuals are responsible for a disproportionate share of carbon emissions—but new research from the University of Bath suggests they also hold the key to accelerating climate action.
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