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On 20 September 2023, British prime minister Rishi Sunak, standing behind a lectern adorned with the slogan \u201clong-term decisions for a brighter future\u201d, announced a series of changes to cancel, delay or water down the UK\u2019s climate policies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

While still claiming to be committed to the country\u2019s legally binding target to reach net zero emissions by 2050, Sunak announced that a ban on new petrol cars will be pushed back from 2030 to 2035; that plans to end installation of new gas boilers and off-grid oil boilers would be reduced to an 80% phase out; and that landlords would no longer be required to meet energy efficiency targets in their properties.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The prime minister also announced that the government was \u201cstopping\u201d a series of measures, including taxes on meat and flying, compulsory car sharing and \u201csorting your rubbish into seven different bins\u201d which had in fact never existed<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Despite receiving praise from some quarters of Sunak\u2019s Conservative party and right-wing newspapers<\/a>, the announcements were met with consternation from many parts of British society. Former environment minister and Conservative MP Zac Goldsmith called<\/a> the move \u201ca moment of shame\u201d. Shadow climate and net zero secretary Ed Miliband said<\/a> the moves would increase costs for motorists; leave the country more reliant on imported gas; and ensure the UK\u2019s climate targets are missed. The UK\u2019s own Climate Change Committee, which advises the government on climate issues, stated<\/a> the announcements were \u201clikely to take the UK further away from being able to meet its legal commitments.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Nor were announcements well received by industry. Lisa Brankin, the chair of car manufacturer Ford UK said in a statement<\/a>: \u201cOur business needs three things from the UK government: ambition, commitment and consistency. A relaxation of 2030 would undermine all three.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We asked climate experts from around the world to share their thoughts on what Sunak\u2019s announcements mean for the UK and the global climate movement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Yao Zhe, Beijing, China<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Strategic communications director at the Beijing-based Institute for Global Decarbonization Progress (iGDP)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Portrait<\/div>
Image courtesy of Yao Zhe<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

The UK government’s recent decision to backtrack on previous green targets seems unwise. Not only will it damage global momentum and slow the progress of climate action, but it will also put the UK at a disadvantage in the global clean economy race.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

China believes that clean industries, such as renewable energy manufacturing, electric vehicles, and these industries\u2019 long supply chains, are crucial for driving China out of its current economic slump and maintaining competitiveness in the future. The world\u2019s other major economies, including the United States and the European Union, are thinking along the same lines. A race for leadership is underway as key countries ramp up investment and support for clean technologies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Faced with economic difficulties and geopolitical challenges, the global climate movement is not at a high point. A climate leader at this moment will demonstrate long-termism and help rebuild trust among different actors. The UK was recognised for its leadership in global climate negotiations two years ago [at COP26 in Glasgow<\/a>]. However, the government\u2019s recent moves will undermine its credibility in global climate diplomacy. This loss cannot be justified by the politicians\u2019 pursuit of short-term gains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Rishika Pardikar, Uttarakhand, India<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Freelance environment reporter covering science, law and policy<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Portrait<\/div>
Image courtesy of Rishika Pardikar<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

From a global equity perspective, from a Global South perspective, the UK\u2019s decision to reach net-zero by 2050 was already severely inadequate. The country has overshot its fair share<\/a> of the carbon budget. So, for Rishi Sunak to now scrap or delay many core net-zero policies is abhorrent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Climate change is a global issue and tackling it is a collective responsibility. Rich, historical emitters like the UK ought to shoulder the biggest burden of this collective effort given their outsized role in contributing to the crisis and their capacity to tackle it. The UN treaty on climate change clearly states \u201cdeveloped country Parties should take the lead in combating climate change and the adverse effects thereof\u201d. There\u2019s absolutely no room for compromise here. The UK has a legal responsibility to not only not backslide but go far, far further than its present policies. But the prime minister has announced a rollback that allows more emissions. An utter disgrace.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Global South, which is already bearing the brunt of the climate crisis, cannot afford this<\/blockquote>Rishika Pardikar<\/cite><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

The world cannot afford any more emissions from countries like the UK. The Global South, which is already bearing the brunt of the climate crisis, cannot afford this.<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Amos Wemanya, Nairobi, Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Senior advisor, Renewable Energy and Just Transitions at Power Shift Africa<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Portrait<\/div>
Image courtesy of Amos Wemanya<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

The actions taken by the UK prime minister to roll back on the robust climate commitments that propelled Boris Johnson to power are dangerous to the world\u2019s most vulnerable people, and also to the UK\u2019s economy. At a time when the world is grappling with a climate emergency because of historical polluters such as the UK, strong and unwavering leadership is essential. To turn away from these responsibilities is not only reckless but also lacking leadership.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

African countries are suffering climate-induced losses and damages because of historical polluters including the UK. Rich countries that amassed their wealth on the back of pollution should be responsible enough to contribute their fair share in finding solutions. This is not portrayed in the UK prime minister\u2019s actions. Sunak\u2019s actions are meant to delay climate action at a time when communities are losing lives and livelihoods because of climate-induced extreme weather events, which is deeply concerning. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Given the unprecedented climate challenges we are facing globally, leadership must prioritise climate action, adhere to climate commitments, and collaborate to mitigate the impacts of climate change, particularly on the world’s most vulnerable populations. The UK and the world cannot afford to have a leadership that is reckless such as Sunak\u2019s at this time!<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Isabel Cavelier, Bogot\u00e1, Colombia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Co-founder and former executive director of Transforma, a Bogot\u00e1-based climate and ecological transition think-tank<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Portrait<\/div>
Image courtesy of Isabel Cavelier<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

The UK has been a country with significant legitimacy internationally because of the stability of its ambition. It managed to maintain a coherent and stable public policy on climate change despite domestic political difficulties. It established itself as a leader in this field. However, this change shows an erratic government and erodes the UK\u2019s legitimacy in leading the energy<\/a> and economic transition to a sustainable future.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The policy shift comes at a time of high multilateral tension and as we enter the years of greatest urgency. We are coming into the middle of the decade that is critical for responding to climate change. This erratic decision shows an attitude that promotes a chaotic, disorderly transition, where everyone will end up losing. It erodes global confidence in the possibility of achieving international consensus on the need to make progress on the transition we so desperately need.<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Malini Mehra, UK\/India<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Founder, Centre for Social Markets (UK\/India)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Portrait<\/div>
Image courtesy of Malini Mehra<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

This time last year, the UK was reeling from a bombshell mini-budget which broke the economy and the country\u2019s reputation for sound economic management. Then prime minister Liz Truss\u2019 \u00a345 billion unfunded tax cuts for the wealthy spooked the markets and led to an unprecedented run on the pound and a collapse in the gilt market. Only intervention by the Bank of England saved the day. Liz Truss\u2019 premiership, however, did not survive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

One year on, her successor Rishi Sunak has made another bombshell announcement, this time watering down the UK\u2019s net zero policies to phase out polluting vehicles and gas boilers. Widely seen as a political move to create clear blue water between himself and the opposition Labour Party ahead of next year\u2019s elections, Sunak has broken the UK\u2019s strong cross-party consensus on ambitious climate action. According to the independent Climate Change Committee, the move will make it harder for the UK to meet its legally binding interim emissions reduction targets by 2030.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is telling that the strongest criticism came from Sunak\u2019s own Conservative Party, with Conservative politician and former COP26 president Alok Sharma \u2013 himself another son of Asian immigrants \u2013 leading the charge. Industry and investors have not been far behind in their condemnation of a move seen as destabilising what had been rising investment in the UK\u2019s green economy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The timing could not have been worse. Originally slated for release later in the week, media leaks forced the prime minister to make his announcement public on the day of the UN Climate Ambition Summit; an unintended snub eclipsing the UK\u2019s positive announcement of a US$2 billion contribution to the Green Climate Fund. The UK had gone from climate hero to zero.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sunak\u2019s gamble may prove an act of economic and climate self-harm for the UK<\/blockquote>Malini Mehra<\/cite><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Sunak\u2019s announcement, of course, was not intended for an international audience, but a domestic electorate facing a cost of living crisis. His personal approval has seen a slight bounce in the polls. But the British public remains split over the policy shift and overwhelmingly sceptical of his party on the environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Investors though may well be the final judge of whether Sunak\u2019s net zero U-turn was his \u2018Truss Moment\u2019. With the US Inflation Reduction Act and the EU Green Industrial Plan offering stable, ambitious and long-term investment opportunities for their green transitions, Sunak\u2019s gamble may prove an act of economic and climate self-harm for the UK.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mithika Mwenda, Nairobi, Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Co-founder and executive director, Pan African Climate Justice Alliance<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Image courtesy of Mithika Mwenda<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

The UK government\u2019s U-turn on green targets, though alarming, was more than expected. Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has put political interest ahead of the interests of people and planet. This is part of a trend where developed countries and those greatly responsible for global warming are demonstrating serious relapse on their commitments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The transition to net zero has become a sliding target, with many developed countries demonstrating a lukewarm approach, largely indicating that they shall meet their targets near to or on the cut-off year of 2050 \u2013 yet urgent measures are required to fast-track emissions cuts. What the UK, as a global leader, has done in this regard is unacceptable and sets a bad precedent for other developed countries to slow their actions towards net zero. For now, as PACJA, we take solace in knowing that the pronouncements by Sunak are not welcomed by UK citizens, and that years of our south\u2013north campaigning and solidarity is building a critical mass of actors, pushing governments in the north to be more accountable in their climate pledges and to keep their promises.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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