Economic inequality is closely linked to climate change from "summary" of This Changes Everything by Naomi Klein
The truth is that our economic system is based on the pursuit of perpetual growth. This model requires a constant increase in consumption and production, which in turn leads to escalating carbon emissions. The problem is that this system thrives on inequality - it relies on a small minority amassing great wealth while the majority struggle to make ends meet. This inequality is not just a byproduct of our economic system; it is integral to its functioning. As the rich get richer, they consume more and more resources, driving up carbon emissions in the process. Meanwhile, the poor are left to bear the brunt of the environmental consequences. They are the ones living in flood-prone areas, breathing polluted air, and facing the harshest impacts of climate change. This disparity in vulnerability is a direct result of economic inequality. Moreover, the wealthy have the resources to shield themselves from the worst effects of climate change. They can afford to move to safer area...
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