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The unequal distribution of household carbon footprints in Europe and its link to sustainability

Year: 2020

Type: article

Abstract: Non-technical summary The distribution of household carbon footprints is largely unequal within and across countries. Here, we explore household-level consumption data to illustrate the distribution of carbon footprints and consumption within 26 European Union countries, regions and social groups. The analysis further sheds light on the relationships between carbon footprints and socially desirable outcomes such as income, equality, education, nutrition, sanitation, employment and adequate living conditions.

Source: Global Sustainability

DOI: 10.1017/sus.2020.12

Authors: Diana Ivanova, Richard Wood

Institutions: University of Leeds, Norwegian University of Science and Technology

Language: English

Topic: Environmental Impact and Sustainability

Subfield: Environmental Engineering

Field: Environmental Science

Domain: Physical Sciences

SDGs: Reduced inequalities, Climate action, No poverty

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $3,070