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ScienceGlobal trade made up 35% of the EU’s carbon footprint in 2023, study finds

Global trade accounted for 35% of the European Union’s carbon footprint in 2023, according to a report. It argues that cooperation and shared climate standards, particularly with China, could work better than simply policing imports at EU borders.

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Eeuronews★★★☆☆2026-09-08 14:58Original

Global trade made up 35% of the EU’s carbon footprint in 2023, study finds
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