Understanding the Carbon Footprint of the Ultra-Rich

What is the main challenge in calculating the carbon footprint of billionaires?

• They have smaller carbon footprints than average people.

• There is limited information about their activities.

• Their emissions are publicly reported.

• They do not travel frequently.

How does Roman Abramovich's yacht contribute to his carbon footprint?

• It is powered by diesel, contributing significantly to emissions.

• It uses solar power.

• It is used infrequently.

• It is smaller than most yachts.

What is a notable difference between Bill Gates and Roman Abramovich regarding their carbon footprints?

• Abramovich has a smaller carbon footprint.

• Gates invests in clean technology.

• Abramovich flies more frequently.

• Gates owns a mega-yacht.

What percentage of global carbon pollution growth is attributed to the top 1% of earners?

• One-tenth

• One-fifth

• One-third

• One-half

What is a proposed solution to reduce emissions from frequent fliers?

• Implement a frequent flier levy.

• Subsidize private jets.

• Reduce airport taxes.

• Ban all flights.

Why might a carbon tax on flying be problematic?

• It would increase emissions.

• It would not affect the wealthy.

• It would make flying cheaper.

• It would disproportionately affect middle-class families.

What is one way the wealthy can help mitigate climate change as investors?

• Invest in fossil fuels.

• Avoid investing altogether.

• Invest in renewable energy companies.

• Invest in luxury goods.

What role can the wealthy play as citizens in addressing climate change?

• Vote for climate-friendly policies.

• Avoid participating in social movements.

• Focus solely on personal consumption.

• Ignore climate policies.

What is a potential benefit of banning private jets that run on kerosene?

• It would increase emissions.

• It would make flying more expensive for everyone.

• It would reduce investments in green technology.

• It would spur investments in greener aviation technologies.

What systemic change is suggested to reduce the influence of the wealthy on climate policies?

• Increase subsidies for luxury goods.

• Implement wealth and consumption taxes.

• Encourage more private jet use.

• Reduce taxes on the wealthy.