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Forward Thinking on the existential issues facing the middle classes in every country with Homi Kharas
Forward Thinking
Mitigating Environmental Impact of Global Middle Class Consumption
This chapter discusses the impact of the global middle class's consumption on the environment, particularly in terms of carbon emissions and waste disposal. It explores strategies to reduce greenhouse gas consumption, including the shift to renewables, changing consumption habits, and government regulations, taxes, and subsidies. The chapter also emphasizes the importance of individual actions, such as avoiding long-distance flights and car usage, promoting public transport and local produce, and improving energy efficiency.
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