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Not Zero: How ‘net zero’ targets disguise climate inaction [1]

This joint briefing highlights concerns that many governments and corporations are jumping on the bandwagon and declaring “net zero” climate targets. These announcements might sound like they signify ambitious climate action. But unfortunately, the “net” in “net zero” is being used to green-wash weak climate targets, and could end up driving huge land grabs, particularly in the global South. Instead of accepting “net zero” targets at face value, civil society and media must scrutinise these announcements to assess whether they signify real climate action.

Publication Date: 
26/10/2020
Action Aid [2]
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Carbon Dioxide [3], Green House Gases [4], Carbon Offset [5], Climate Change [6]
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