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Exclusive: Jeff Bezos says he will donate most of his money to charity | CNN Business

Exclusive: Jeff Bezos says he will donate most of his money to charity | CNN Business

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Washington CNN Business — Amazon founder Jeff Bezos plans to donate the majority of his $124 billion net worth over his lifetime, telling CNN in an exclusive interview that he will dedicate most of his wealth to the fight against climate change and supporting people who can unite humanity in the face of deep social …

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Degrowth: dangerous idea or response to the greatest global crisis? | CNN Business

Degrowth: dangerous idea or response to the greatest global crisis? | CNN Business

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London CNN Business — Conventional economic logic revolves around a basic assumption: large economies are better, and finding ways to sustain or stimulate growth is paramount to improving society. But what if growth does little at best to solve the world’s problems, and at worst promotes the destruction of the planet and jeopardizes its future? …

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Auto giant Renault is betting the gasoline car market will continue to grow

Auto giant Renault is betting the gasoline car market will continue to grow

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Renault sees the internal combustion engine continue to play a crucial role in its business over the next few years, according to a senior executive at the French car giant. On Tuesday it was announced that the Renault group and the Chinese firm Geely had signed a non-binding framework agreement to establish a company focused …

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Climate change threatens to destroy 'the things Americans value most', US government warns

Climate change threatens to destroy ‘the things Americans value most’, US government warns

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The Jade Isle Mobile Home Park is flooded in this aerial view from a drone in St. Cloud. Residents of the community have been issued a voluntary evacuation order due to rising waters in the aftermath of Hurricane Ian. Paul Hennessey | Light flare | Getty Images The United States must step up its efforts …

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Taxation is a blunt instrument, says IATA chief Willie Walsh: 'The carrot is much more effective than the stick'

Taxation is a blunt instrument, says IATA chief Willie Walsh: ‘The carrot is much more effective than the stick’

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The aviation industry needs more carrots and less sticks to become more sustainable, according to the director general of the International Air Transport Association. Speaking at CNBC’s Sustainable Futures Forum on Friday, Willie Walsh was asked whether subsidies and tax breaks to encourage investment in cleaner energy were more efficient than businesses or consumers. taxed …

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