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“But one must say clearly that we redistribute de facto the world's wealth by climate policy...One has to free oneself from the illusion that international climate policy is environmental policy any more.”

Quote by Ottmar Edenhofer

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Ottmar Edenhofer

Ottmar Edenhofer is a German university professor specializing in climate economics and sustainable development. Born on July 8, 1961, he is renowned for his research in climate change policy, energy transition, and global governance. more

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