The Rest Is Politics: Leading 142. The Truth About Net Zero's Credibility (Emma Pinchbeck)
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Jul 6, 2025 
In this engaging discussion, Emma Pinchbeck, Chief Executive of the Climate Change Committee and former CEO of Energy UK, tackles pressing questions about the UK's energy crisis and climate policy. She explores why British energy costs are soaring and how to navigate personal decisions like having children amidst climate anxiety. The conversation also highlights the importance of reforming energy pricing, the feasibility of achieving Net Zero goals, and the critical role of public communication and cooperation in transitioning to renewable energy.
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David Attenborough Inspired Emma
- Emma Pinchbeck was inspired to work on climate change after watching a David Attenborough documentary on the Arctic and Antarctic.
- She quit her financial services job shortly after, driven by a passion for environmental conservation and energy policy.
UK Carbon Budgets Drive Flexibility
- The UK's Climate Change Committee sets carbon budgets 12 years ahead to break down global climate targets into manageable five-year chunks.
- This allows flexibility for technological innovation and provides governments with clear, long-term emissions goals.
Make Electricity Cheaper Now
- Government must remove policy costs from electricity bills to make electricity cheaper and support the uptake of heat pumps and electric vehicles.
- Cheaper electricity will help consumers experience the benefits of clean energy and drive adoption of green technologies.