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UK PM Keir Starmer Announces 81% Emissions Cut by 2035 at COP29, Aims for Global Climate Leadership

Nov 12, 2024, 10:53 AM

Prime Minister Keir Starmer, speaking at the COP29 climate summit in Baku, Azerbaijan, announced a new, more ambitious target for the UK's greenhouse gas emissions. In line with the recommendations of the Climate Change Committee, the UK now aims to reduce emissions by 81% by 2035 compared to 1990 levels, up from the previous target of 78%. Starmer emphasized that this move is an investment opportunity and positions the UK as a global leader in the fight against climate change. He stated, 'We are delivering on our promise for good jobs, cheaper bills, and higher growth,' and added that the new target is not about telling people how to live their lives. The announcement underscores the UK's commitment to remaining at the forefront of the battle against global warming.