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For the first time in 20 years, global extreme poverty rose in 2020— a result of the COVID-19 pandemic in conjunction with climate change and conflicts. By the end of 2021, an additional 115 million people are estimated to be pushed into extreme poverty.

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Ruth Polk

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Research Assistant

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Former
Education
  • M.S. Natural Resources, University of Michigan, 1995
Publications (2)
Comparative Assessment of Wet and Dry Garment Cleaning, Part 1: Environmental and Human Health Assessment
A Comparative Analysis of Perc Dry Cleaning and An Alternative Wet Cleaning Processs
Projects (1)
Comparative Assessment of Wet and Dry Garment Cleaning: Part I: Environmental and Human Health Assessment Part II: Performance, Economic and Regulatory Assessment

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