报告显示:超级富豪正影响全球碳排放
Huan Qiu Shi Bao·2025-10-30 22:40

Core Insights - The report highlights a significant disparity in carbon emissions between the wealthiest 0.1% in the U.S. and the poorest 10% globally, with the former emitting 4,000 times more carbon [1] - The average daily carbon emissions for the wealthiest 0.1% is 2.2 tons, compared to just 82 grams for the Somali population and 12 kilograms globally [1] - The lifestyle of ultra-wealthy individuals, including the use of private jets and investments in high-carbon industries, contributes to their substantial carbon footprint [1] Industry Impact - The energy sector in the U.S. is identified as a major contributor to carbon emissions, with individual companies spending an average of $277,000 annually on lobbying against climate policies [2] - At the previous Bakou Climate Conference, there were 1,773 lobbyists from the fossil fuel industry, making it the second-largest group after national delegations, indicating a significant influence on climate policy [2] - The carbon emissions from the wealthiest 1% are projected to cause $44 trillion in losses for low-income countries by 2050, emphasizing the urgent need for policy changes [2]