09/09/2026
UNEP notes that the wealthiest 10% of the global population are responsible for almost 50% of emissions. There are many ways individuals can help reduce their own carbon footprint: use less fossil-fuelled transport; decarbonise homes by installing solar power and choosing energy-efficient appliances; shift towards less carbon-intensive foods; buy locally where possible; and, more broadly, consume less across all aspects of daily life.
https://www.unep.org/news-and-stories/press-release/unep-world-set-cross-15degc-global-warming-can-still-limit-adapt-and