But we do if we want to achieve global reduction in emissions while eradicating global poverty at the same time. Per capita emissions in the US are ridiculousl

But we do if we want to achieve global reduction in emissions while eradicating global poverty at the same time. Per capita emissions in the US are ridiculously high while per capita emissions in poor countries are low and are bound to increase with development. Per capita emissions is the relevant metric to measure and compare the situation across countries with vastly different populations and to possibily forecast trends in overall emissions.