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Study Links $28 Trillion Losses to Fossil Fuel Emissions

4/24/2025

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A groundbreaking study connects fossil fuel emissions to a staggering $28 trillion in economic losses from extreme weather between 1991 and 2020. By pinpointing responsibility among 111 companies, this innovative framework empowers climate litigation, paving the way for accountability in the fight against climate change and its devastating effects.

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A groundbreaking study connects fossil fuel emissions to a staggering $28 trillion in economic losses from extreme weather between 1991 and 2020. By pinpointing responsibility among 111 companies, this innovative framework empowers climate litigation, paving the way for accountability in the fight against climate change and its devastating effects.