'We are worried': UK climate advisors slam 'shocking' lack of net zero delivery

Michael Holder
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Renewables and EVs were among the few 'bright spots' highlighted in the CCC's report | Credit: iStock
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Renewables and EVs were among the few 'bright spots' highlighted in the CCC's report | Credit: iStock

Government taking risky ‘high wire approach to net zero’ by failing to match ambition with delivery, CCC warns

The government is performing a risky "high wire approach to net zero" by failing to drive rapid progress towards the UK's climate goals across most sectors of the economy, potentially leaving householders...

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