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“By making people richer, especially in the world’s poorest countries, freer trade would also lead to societies far more resilient to climate shocks, more capable of investing in adaptation, and far less vulnerable to rising temperatures. In that way, free trade can be considered a smart CLIMATE policy as well as an excellent way to promote human thriving generally.”

Quote by Bjorn Lomborg

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Bjørn Lomborg is a Danish writer, scholar, and environmental activist known for his economic analysis of environmental issues. He was born on January 6, 1965, and his work typically emphasizes the importance of cost-benefit analysis in addressing environmental challenges. more

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