America’s wealthiest 10% is responsible for 40% of US polluting emissions – ZME Science

August 20, 2023

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Jayarajan C N

Not everyone is responsible for the same level of greenhouse gas emissions. A new study found that the wealthiest Americans, those that are in the top 10% of earners, are responsible for 40% of the US total greenhouse gas emissions. It’s the first study to link income, especially income derived from financial investments, to emissions.