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Shell linked to quarter of global heatwaves as compensation calls grow
Original: # UK Shell’s pollution responsible for nearly quarter of global heatwaves PM urged to make fossil fuel giants pay compen
A new claim attributes nearly a quarter of global heatwave intensity to Shell's pollution, prompting calls for the UK Prime Minister to make fossil fuel giants pay compensation for extreme weather damage. Campaigners including Andy Burnham are backing demands that major oil companies be held financially responsible for climate impacts.
Why now: The attribution of heatwave damage to a specific company has reignited debate over making fossil fuel firms pay for climate losses.
ShellAndy BurnhamUK Prime MinisterMorning Star
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