Net Zero
Coverage of Net Zero in the Nexus archive.
- We must adapt to climate change while also tackling the root cause
The article argues for the necessity of both adapting to climate change through measures like wildfire-resistant land use and addressing the root cause of fossil fuel emissions. It criticizes a UK Telegraph columnist's claim that abandoning net-zero goals is acceptable, emphasizing that reducing greenhouse gas emissions is essential to prevent worsening wildfires and global warming.
- Right turn on green: is the Telegraph changing its tune on the climate?
The Telegraph, a right-wing publication critical of green policies, published an article highlighting the UK's rising temperatures and the impact of wildfires on families, sparking speculation about a shift in its stance on climate issues. Kemi Badenoch defended the government's net zero position in response to the article's focus on environmental threats.
- BP pulls out of North Sea after being battered by Labour windfall taxes and Net Zero drive - ending six decades of oil production
BP is exiting the North Sea after six decades of oil production, citing Labour's windfall taxes and the Net Zero policy as key factors in its decision. The company's withdrawal marks the end of long-term operations in the region.
- Britain’s climate divide widens amid fires and heat deaths
Britain faces a widening climate divide as fires and heat-related deaths occur, with mainstream political parties disagreeing over net zero goals.
- Burnham admits oil drilling CAN ease cost of living: Signalling a break with Ed Miliband's Net Zero, new PM concedes 'Britain can't ignore' resources in North Sea
Burnham acknowledges that oil drilling could help reduce living costs, marking a departure from Ed Miliband's Net Zero approach. The new PM states Britain cannot ignore North Sea resources.
- Cost of Net Zero will hit £40BILLION by the end of the decade, report reveals
The cost of achieving Net Zero is projected to reach £40 billion by the end of the decade, according to a report.
- CHRISTIAN CALGIE: Why Net Zero opponents fear we've gone from Mad Miliband to Miatta, even madder than Miliband!
Christian Calgie argues that opponents of Net Zero policies fear a shift from 'Mad Miliband' to 'Miatta,' which they perceive as even more extreme. The article suggests concerns about escalating political rhetoric or strategies related to climate policy.
- Andy Burnham slaps down net zero zealot Ed Miliband as he prepares to launch new oil and gas drilling in North Sea
Andy Burnham criticizes Ed Miliband's net zero policies and announces plans to initiate new oil and gas drilling in the North Sea. The article highlights a political conflict between the two figures over energy strategies.
- Is Red Ed losing his grip on No11? Burnham allies 'believe Miliband won't be Chancellor' as MPs warn Net Zero zealot is too 'risky'
The article discusses concerns among Burnham allies that Ed Miliband may not become Chancellor, with MPs warning that a 'Net Zero zealot' poses risks. It references 'Red Ed' potentially losing control over No11.
- Tony Blair warns Andy Burnham that Britain 'can't afford' Labour's Net Zero targets - while Ed Miliband is 'ready to approve North Sea gas field to land job as Chancellor'
Tony Blair warns Andy Burnham that Britain 'can't afford' Labour's Net Zero targets. Ed Miliband is 'ready to approve North Sea gas field to land job as Chancellor'.
- Datacentres drive up carbon emissions of Microsoft, Amazon and Google to a third of those of France
Microsoft, Amazon, and Google's collective carbon emissions increased by nearly 20% in the past year due to datacentre construction, reaching 119m mTCO₂e—equivalent to a third of France's emissions. All three companies still aim to achieve net zero carbon output despite the construction boom.
- Kemi purges the Tory wets! Badenoch blocks former MPs who back Net Zero and staying in ECHR from standing for Conservatives at the next election
Kemi is purging Tory wets within the Conservative Party. Badenoch is blocking former MPs who support Net Zero and staying in the European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) from running in the next election.
- 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.