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Which Countries Are the Top 5 Carbon Emitters?

February 20, 2020 7:18 pm (EST)

Which Countries Are the Top 5 Carbon Emitters?
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The United States and China are responsible for more than 40% of global CO2 emissions. Which countries are the world’s biggest carbon polluters?

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