Chris Stark

Chris Stark, head of the UK's Mission Control Task Force for Clean Power, discusses the ambitious goal of achieving 95% clean energy by 2030. He shares insights on the balancing act between environmental commitments and political interests, including airport expansions and new oil fields. Stark emphasizes the importance of green investments for economic growth and the necessary infrastructure developments for a carbon-free power system. Despite the challenges, he remains confident in the UK's ability to meet its carbon budget.

Jason Mitchell discusses with Chris Stark, CEO of the Climate Change Committee, about the implications of COP28 on the UK's global climate leadership. They also talk about the role of the Climate Change Committee in advising the UK government on climate action, the challenges in translating climate goals into actions, the economic costs of climate action, and the challenges and solutions in decarbonizing home heating.

Professor Neil Ferguson, key to lockdown advice, resigned amid breach scandal. TikTok stars talk social bubbles, while John Barnes and Chris Stark discuss football return timing.