“The target is significantly more challenging than the previous target to cut emissions by 80% by mid-century, which the UK is not on track to meet” https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2020/dec/04/radical-reassessment-needed-hit-net-zero-emissions-2050-uk-nao-report
Sometimes only giant steps will do
A question: how much is Boris Johnson, described by @RoryStewartUK as "the most accomplished liar in public life – perhaps the best liar ever to serve as prime minister," likely to follow through and deliver? https://www.the-tls.co.uk/articles/boris-johnson-tom-bower-book-review-rory-stewart/
“Rishi Sunak recently committed £127bn to the HS2 rail link and new roads - which will both increase emissions - while offering just £1bn to home insulation, which would reduce emissions” https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/science-environment-55179008
Like Brexit: a promise without a plan? https://twitter.com/casparhenderson/status/1333696806648164353
This is part of a good thread https://twitter.com/crisortunity/status/1335333180480622601