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Exxon's Heatwave Consequences
Exxon's emissions have led to a prolonged heatwave in the UK, with temperatures predicted to reach 38° C and over two-thirds of England experiencing drought. The company's scientists knew about the environmental effects of their products since the 1970s but publicly denied climate change, delaying action.
At a glance
- Exxon emitted over 57 billion tons of carbon dioxide into the atmosphere.
- The company's emissions have led to hundreds of thousands of premature deaths from heat exposure.
- Exxon's internal climate modeling matched independent scientists' warnings in the 1970s.
- The UK is experiencing a prolonged heatwave with temperatures predicted to reach 38° C.