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The link between pollution and extreme weather events

Should polluters be held to account for climate damages?

The link between pollution and extreme weather events
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Katherine Holmes
28/04/2025 11:30 ‧ 1 month ago | StarsInsider

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Climate change

When it comes to extreme weather as a result of climate change, certain countries in the world are more affected than others. And it's not the countries that bear the most responsibility for causing climate change, either. In fact, it's quite the opposite: the vast majority of damage caused by extreme weather events can be directly attributed to a few of the richest countries in the world.

But until now, the countries that bear the most responsibility for greenhouse gas emissions have not been held accountable. However, that may be about to change. Curious? Check out this gallery to find out more.

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