Author: Will Jenkins
Over the last few years, "net zero" has become the guiding principle for action on the climate crisis, offering hope that bold steps will be taken in time to avoid the worst impacts of a warming world.
While the phrase may offer a helpful dose of clarity to a complex subject, not all net zero-commitments should be viewed as equals. There are valid concerns that net-zero targets are being set without a consistent and credible definition, and naturally this ambiguity brings with it many loopholes.Image: Channels: EnvironmentTags: Carbon offsettingGHG emissionsdecarbonisationGHG Protocolscience-based targetsGlobal Carbon Project
This story was originally published by Ethical Corporation and can be accessed here.