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96% of climate policy since 1998 failed
A landmark international study shows 1,437 fails and 63 successes, and why
Published in the prestigious journal Science, this unprecedented study provides a detailed impact analysis of the wide range of climate policy measures implemented over the last two decades. Success stories include China’s pilot emissions trading systems, which were complemented by reduced fossil fuel subsidies and stronger financing incentives for energy efficiency. ‘In order to meet its zero goals, UK policymaking must shift from focusing solely on the upfront costs of the climate transition, and start accounting for the considerable benefits that will accrue over years to come.
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