The rich find ways to escape climate change. Their emissions have not.

Wealthy individuals are increasingly finding ways to escape the impacts of climate change, though their greenhouse gas emissions remain high, according to a growing body of research. The disparity in contributions to global warming between the rich and the poor is significant even within nations. This trend underscores a troubling imbalance where the affluent can afford to relocate or mitigate effects, while poorer populations continue to suffer from climate-related challenges. The implications are profound, highlighting the urgent need for equitable climate policies to address these disparities.