Who are the polluter elite and how can we tackle carbon inequality?

Inequality in Brazil. An aerial view of Paraisópolis, the biggest favela in São Paulo, next to a high-rise luxury development. Photograph: Johnny Miller

Who are the polluter elite and why do they matter?

The richest 1% of people are responsible for as much carbon output as the poorest 66%, research from Oxfam shows. Luxury lifestyles including frequent flying, driving large cars, owning many houses, and a rich diet, are among the reasons for the huge imbalance.