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The Material and Carbon Footprint of Machinery Capital: A Dual Role in Climate Change
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The Material and Carbon Footprint of Machinery Capital: A Dual Role in Climate Change

by Meng Jiang and Edgar Hertwich Our world is increasingly mechanized, with machinery and equipment being integral to both industrial processes and our daily lives. From agricultural machines to advanced technology like graphics processors and renewable energy tools like solar panels, machinery is ubiquitous.  Machinery capital is essential, yet research
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