Let's Try Cap-and-Trade on Babies

Not having babies is, arguably, the most effective way of limiting one's carbon footprint. Experts discuss ways to approach this touchy subject.

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October 17, 2009, 1:00 PM PDT

By Tim Halbur

"A recent study, though, by the London School of Economics and the British-based Optimum Population Trust, suggests meeting the world's unmet need for access to reproductive health would be the most effective and cheapest way to start dramatically cutting carbon dioxide.

Each $7 spent on basic family planning between now and 2050 would reduce emissions by more than a ton, the research says."

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Friday, October 16, 2009 in Miller-McCune

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