Zero: The Climate Race

The climate watchdog holding the UK government to account

Apr 4, 2024
The podcast discusses the UK's progress in reducing emissions, challenges faced by the Climate Change Committee chief executive, the importance of data-driven analysis, and maintaining independence. It explores perspectives on Net Zero initiatives, climate action strategies, UK's lost climate leadership, and the need for accelerated decarbonization efforts. The transition of the speaker from the Climate Change Committee to lead the Carbon Trust is also highlighted.
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1
Introduction
00:00 • 2min
2
The Climate Change Committee's Vital Role in UK Climate Policy
01:36 • 15min
3
Exploring Perspectives on Net Zero Initiatives and Climate Action Strategies
16:40 • 3min
4
UK's Lost Climate Leadership and Accelerated Decarbonization Efforts
19:24 • 13min
5
Transitioning from the Climate Change Committee to Carbon Trust
32:10 • 3min