Kemi Badenoch’s stance on Net Zero sparks controversy in Tory Leadership race
Kemi Badenoch’s scepticism over the UK’s 2050 Net Zero target has sparked debate in the Conservative Party. She questions its feasibility, suggesting an adaptation-focused approach, potentially reshaping Tory climate policy.
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● Kemi Badenoch’s scepticism about the UK’s 2050 Net Zero target has sparked debate in the Tory party.
● She questions the feasibility of the strategy, suggesting an alternative focus on climate adaptation instead.
● Badenoch emphasizes practicality, citing concerns over energy security and economic impacts of green policies.
● Her stance contrasts with mainstream climate science, potentially reshaping Tory climate policy.
K emi Badenoch’s scepticism about the UK’s Net Zero target has sparked debate in the Tory Leadership race, with her questioning whether the 2050 goal is practical or merely a political slogan.
The current frontrunner in the Tory Leadership contest has stirred debate with her recent remarks on the UK’s Net Zero emissions target. In two high-profile interviews – one with Nick Robinson for the BBC’s Political Thinking podcast and another with Jason Groves of the Daily Mail – Badenoch expressed scepticism about the Net Zero approach, a stance that could mark a significant shift in Conservative climate policy if she secures the leadership.
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