What a New UK Government Means for Climate and Energy - Ep169: Dr Simon Evans
Cleaning Up: Leadership in an Age of Climate Change
Urgency of Transition to Renewable Energy in the UK
The UK faces a costly transition to renewables, with a projected cost over 45 billion pounds and slow progress by 2030. Declining oil and gas reserves in the North Sea intensify the need for renewable energy. The misinformation campaign by the gas industry has hindered the UK's progress in electrification of heat, ranking poorly in European League tables. Despite challenges, the UK public overwhelmingly supports climate action, with 77% worried about climate change and 52% favoring strong measures.
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