The Brendan O'Neill Show
270: Ross Clark: The painful truth about Net Zero
Feb 29, 2024
Journalist Ross Clark and Brendan discuss the reliance on fossil fuels, dangers of climate alarmism, and green crusade against farming. They highlight discrepancies in actions versus words seen at COP 28 and the challenges faced by the UK's steel industry. The podcast also explores the future of nuclear power in Britain, youthful environmental activism, and the struggles of farmers amidst increasing environmental regulations.
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- Fossil fuels remain essential for global functioning, climate alarmism poses risks, and environmental regulations clash with farming practices.
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Net Zero Targets and Government Policies Impacting Agriculture
Government policies aiming at net zero targets are affecting the agriculture sector, particularly in the Netherlands where farmers are facing challenges with reducing nitrate pollution. The Dutch government's approach to solving nitrate pollution by closing down farms, instead of improving farming practices, has sparked backlash. Additionally, the agriculture industry's carbon emissions are contributing to the pushback against farming, leading to a clash between environmental goals and the survival of successful farming practices.
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