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#160 – Hannah Ritchie on why it makes sense to be optimistic about the environment

80,000 Hours Podcast

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Consumer Choices and Environmental Impact

This chapter examines how consumer choices in wealthy nations influence environmental challenges, particularly regarding eco-friendly products and their effects on energy use. It highlights the complexities of plastic pollution, microplastics, and the need for better data to inform decisions and communication about environmental progress.

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