So where do we think we are on net zero?

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Laura Sandys CBE takes stock of how recent political turmoil has impacted momentum behind the UK's climate goals - and what needs to happen next to achieve them

Following a few weeks of political and economic turmoil, mixed messages and some confusion on emphasis, those of us supporting the net zero transformation could be left feeling rather at sea. Are moving...

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