Net Zero
Coverage of Net Zero in the Nexus archive.
- Ed Miliband's Net Zero agenda failed to stop electricity costs soaring five-fold during heatwaves, analysis shows, with potentially bigger price jumps on the way
Analysis shows Ed Miliband's Net Zero agenda failed to prevent electricity costs from increasing five-fold during heatwaves, with potential for larger price increases. The findings highlight concerns about energy policy effectiveness amid extreme weather.
- Ed Miliband accused of wasting 'colossal amount of money' by eco tycoon who says Energy Secretary's department should be broken up and term 'net zero' scrapped
An eco tycoon accused Ed Miliband of wasting a 'colossal amount of money' and called for the Energy Secretary's department to be broken up. The tycoon also urged the term 'net zero' to be scrapped.
- From opening the door to Jeremy Corbyn, to his stance on Syria and Net Zero, Ed Miliband's political record has been marked by abject failure. If Burnham makes him Chancellor, he will sink his own government: STEPHEN POLLARD
The article criticizes Ed Miliband's political record as a failure, referencing his role in opening the door to Jeremy Corbyn, his stance on Syria, and Net Zero. It warns that appointing him as Chancellor under Burnham would harm the government.
- Don't put economy at mercy of 'Red Ed': Growing alarm among City leaders over prospect of Burnham installing Left-wing Net Zero zealot Ed Miliband as Chancellor
City leaders are alarmed about the prospect of Burnham installing Ed Miliband as Chancellor, who is described as a Left-wing Net Zero zealot.
- Labour Left pushes for 'Red Ed' Miliband to be Burnham's Chancellor despite alarm at 'zealotry' on tax and Net Zero
The Labour Left is pushing for Ed Miliband, referred to as 'Red Ed', to become Burnham's Chancellor. Concerns have been raised about his 'zealotry' on tax and Net Zero policies.
- Labour MPs beg Andy Burnham not to make Net Zero zealot Ed Miliband the next Chancellor: Business leaders and even unions warn his high tax and green obsessions are toxic
Labour MPs are urging Andy Burnham not to appoint Ed Miliband as the next Chancellor due to concerns over his high tax policies and focus on green initiatives, which business leaders and unions claim are toxic.
- In once booming Aberdeen, Ed Miliband is a four-letter word and the city's a grim warning from the future of what Net Zero will do to the rest of Britain: STEPHEN DAISLEY
Aberdeen, once a thriving city, is presented as a grim warning of the future impact of Net Zero policies on Britain. Ed Miliband is described as a 'four-letter word' in the city, reflecting local discontent.
- Wes Streeting says Labour should ditch Ed Miliband's Net Zero targets... and takes swipe at Andy Burnham's Left-wing agenda
Wes Streeting argues Labour should abandon Ed Miliband's Net Zero targets and criticizes Andy Burnham's Left-wing agenda. The article highlights internal Labour Party debates over policy directions.
- Ed Miliband is coming for your electric towel rail in Net Zero drive - as critics brand the move 'Soviet'
Ed Miliband is targeting electric towel rails as part of the Net Zero drive. Critics have labeled the move 'Soviet'.
- John Healey and his No2 quit as Starmer and Reeves put welfare and Net Zero before national security - all while military leaders warn we haven't faced such a global threat for generations
John Healey and his No2 group resign as Starmer and Reeves prioritize welfare and Net Zero over national security. Military leaders warn of a generational global threat.
- Defence shambles as Starmer delays funding plan again with Ed Miliband 'refusing to cut Net Zero spending'
Starmer delays a defense funding plan again, while Ed Miliband refuses to cut spending on Net Zero initiatives. The article highlights tensions between defense priorities and climate policy commitments.
- Union boss blasts Labour's Net Zero agenda for driving his members towards Reform UK as he slams Ed Miliband's stance on North Sea oil as 'economic madness'
A union boss criticizes Labour's Net Zero agenda for driving members toward Reform UK and condemns Ed Miliband's position on North Sea oil as 'economic madness.'
- Ed Miliband calls for UK to cut greenhouse gas emissions by 87% by 2040
Ed Miliband proposes a legally binding target to cut UK greenhouse gas emissions by 87% by 2040. The proposal is expected to spark political conflict with opposition parties over net zero policies.
- Cut down on meat and dairy! Ed Miliband to impose stringent new climate targets despite net zero backlash
Ed Miliband is imposing new stringent climate targets that include reducing meat and dairy consumption. The move faces backlash against net zero goals.
- Ed Miliband's Net Zero 'nimbyism' destroying UK industry
The article accuses Ed Miliband's Net Zero policy of 'nimbyism' and claims it is harming UK industry. The focus is on the perceived negative impact of the policy on industrial sectors.
- Kemi Badenoch says the TORIES are now Tony Blair's only hope - warning Labour will ignore ex-PM's pleas to chase growth and scale back Net Zero
Kemi Badenoch claims the TORIES are Tony Blair's only hope, warning that Labour will disregard his calls to prioritize economic growth and reduce Net Zero initiatives.
- The Campaign Diary of Robert Kenyon Aged 41 and Three-Quarters (as imagined by John Crace)
Robert Kenyon criticizes Carol Vorderman for reacting to his comment about her fitness and dismisses concerns about global warming, advocating for increased fossil fuel use. He supports Tony Blair's stance against net zero, comparing current climate policies to historical Neanderthal eras.
- Blair’s fossil fuel ideas ‘bizarre’ in face of energy and climate crises, experts say
Experts criticize former UK Prime Minister Tony Blair's proposal to abandon net zero targets and increase oil and gas drilling in the North Sea, arguing it would destabilize the economy and worsen climate risks. They highlight that clean energy is more cost-effective and stable, especially amid current energy crises and geopolitical tensions.
- Tony is right! Keir Starmer 'under pressure from Cabinet ministers to rethink Net Zero' as Blair tells PM to scrap Ed Miliband's 'illogical' targets
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer faces pressure from Cabinet ministers to reconsider Net Zero targets, with Tony Blair advising him to abandon Ed Miliband's 'illogical' climate goals. The article highlights internal political tensions over climate policy.
- Ed Miliband urged to drop his latest Net Zero push, amid warnings it could add another £1 billion to soaring energy bills
Ed Miliband faces pressure to abandon his latest Net Zero initiative as warnings suggest it could increase energy bills by an additional £1 billion. Critics argue the policy could exacerbate existing financial burdens on households.
- Tony Blair’s essay on Labour failings gets full marks for being unhelpful
Tony Blair's 5,700-word essay criticizes Labour Party leader Keir Starmer and the UK's political direction, urging the abandonment of net zero goals and closer alignment with Trump. The article dismisses Blair's intervention as unhelpful and designed to annoy his party.
- Tony Blair tells Starmer and rivals: abandon net zero and move closer to Trump
Tony Blair criticizes Labour leaders Keir Starmer, Andy Burnham, and Wes Streeting for abandoning the political center, warning that the party's 'self-delusion' could lead to electoral defeat. He advocates cutting welfare spending, relaxing oil and gas restrictions, and improving relations with Donald Trump.
- Labour accused of trying to 'rig' its 'hall of fame' pothole ranking scheme in favour of its town halls by including 'barmy' Net Zero targets within score for receiving cash
Labour is accused of manipulating its pothole ranking scheme to favour town halls by including Net Zero targets in the scoring system for receiving cash. The scheme's integrity is questioned due to the inclusion of such targets. This could impact the distribution of funds.
- Shopkeepers warn of a 'rush' on traditional tumble dryers before Ed Miliband bans them in favour of more expensive heat-pump alternatives as part of Labour's Net Zero drive
Shopkeepers warn of a surge in demand for traditional tumble dryers ahead of a potential Labour-led ban, as Ed Miliband promotes more expensive heat-pump alternatives under Labour's Net Zero initiative. The policy aims to phase out conventional dryers in favor of energy-efficient heat-pump models.
- Labour MPs call for Keir Starmer to sack 'bat-s**t' Ed Miliband ahead of Reshuffle as they warn Red Ed's Net Zero lunacy must not come before tackling the Cost of Living crisis
Labour MPs have urged party leader Keir Starmer to remove Ed Miliband from a potential reshuffle, criticizing his 'Net Zero lunacy' and prioritizing the Cost of Living crisis. The MPs argue that Miliband's policies, referred to as 'bat-s**t', risk overshadowing urgent economic concerns.
- 'Only so much' voters can worry about - are attitudes to net zero changing?
Recent studies indicate a decline in public urgency regarding achieving net zero, suggesting shifting attitudes among voters.
- Net Zero crusader Ed Miliband is branded 'the king of hypocrisy' for having no solar panels on his £1.6m mansion - despite his neighbours installing them on their homes
Ed Miliband, a prominent advocate for net-zero policies, faces accusations of hypocrisy for not installing solar panels on his £1.6 million mansion, while his neighbors have done so. Critics highlight the contradiction between his environmental stance and his personal property choices.
- UK departments at odds over energy demands of AI datacentres
UK government departments are conflicting over energy demand forecasts for AI datacentres, creating uncertainty in achieving net zero goals. The discrepancy highlights a clash between decarbonization efforts and ambitions to position the UK as an AI superpower.
- UK departments at odds over energy demands of AI datacentres
UK government departments are conflicting over energy forecasts for AI datacenters, raising concerns about reconciling the nation's net zero goals with its ambition to become an AI superpower. Discrepancies in planning highlight challenges in aligning renewable energy strategies with high-energy AI infrastructure demands.
- Ed Miliband vows fresh 'no brainer' Net Zero drive to cover public land in wind and solar farms
Ed Miliband, UK Labour leader, pledges an expanded 'no brainer' Net Zero initiative to utilize public land for wind and solar farms. The plan aims to accelerate renewable energy deployment as part of broader climate action.
- Ed Miliband will 'double down' on his green energy drive despite fears it will push up prices and will use the Iran war to justify his Net Zero agenda
Ed Miliband is intensifying his green energy initiatives despite concerns about rising costs and is leveraging the Iran war to bolster support for his Net Zero agenda.
- Ed Miliband to double down on net zero with measures to combat Iran energy shock
Ed Miliband, the UK Energy Secretary, will reinforce Labour's net zero commitment amid rising fossil fuel prices linked to the Middle East conflict. He plans to announce new policies in a speech addressing an expected energy crisis caused by tensions between Donald Trump and Iran.
- Why cheap power could matter more than clean power in the push for net zero
The article examines the growing debate over whether affordable energy solutions may be more critical than solely focusing on clean energy in achieving net-zero emissions. It highlights scrutiny around the necessity of making electricity clean as a primary strategy for environmental sustainability.
- Now Donald Trump targets Red Ed: US President lashes out at Miliband's Net Zero drive as he urges Labour to 'drill, baby, drill' in the North Sea and stop building windmills
US President Donald Trump criticizes UK Labour leader Ed Miliband's Net Zero climate policy, urging the party to prioritize oil drilling in the North Sea over renewable energy projects like windmills. The article highlights Trump's public attack on Miliband's environmental initiatives.
- Kemi Badenoch swipes at 'childish' Trump and his 'preposterous' Christ image post... but says US president is right on defence and Net Zero
Kemi Badenoch criticizes Donald Trump's 'childish' remarks and 'preposterous' Christ image post but acknowledges his stance on defense and Net Zero. The article highlights Badenoch's mixed reaction to Trump's comments and policies.
- We're sitting on a goldmine! North Sea oil hits record high. So WHY won't Red Ed drop his Net Zero madness and back new drilling to give Britain a boost?
North Sea oil prices have reached a record high, yet political figures like Red Ed are criticized for opposing new drilling projects that could boost Britain's economy. The article questions the delay in implementing drilling initiatives despite the potential economic benefits.
- Ed Miliband's 'mad dash' to Net Zero is blamed for OpenAI shelving a multi- billion-pound investment into Britain
Ed Miliband's aggressive push for Net Zero policies is cited as the reason OpenAI has postponed a major investment in the UK. The article suggests his policies created an unfavorable environment for the tech investment.
- ‘Net zero’ isn’t madness: the staggering economic costs of climate change
The article discusses the economic costs of climate inaction, referencing the Stern Review's warnings from 20 years ago. It highlights the risk of escalating financial burdens for future generations due to a fractured political consensus on climate action.