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Emissions: Super-rich generate more CO₂ than 118 countries combined

According to an Oxfam study, the investments of 308 billionaires lead to more CO₂ emissions than the emissions of 118 countries. The super-rich often invest in particularly climate-damaging companies.

Nico Beckert
30. October 2025
Mega yacht: The richest ten percent of people are responsible for 48% of consumption-related CO₂ emissions (picture alliance / imageBROKER | Klaus-Dieter Möbus)

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Last updated: 30. October 2025

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