Net zero does not mean the UK stopped producing carbon emissions altogether, but that the total amount produced is cancelled out by actions taken to absorb some of the CO2 already in the atmosphere.There’s more optimism across the European continent as a whole, though, with 31% thinking their respective governments will reach their net zero carbon emissions target by 2050.
According to the non-profit, there is a way to remedy this. It notes support for net zero increases by 11% among climate sceptics when they are shown how technology will help reduce carbon emissions.It also said: “Climate leadership, and climate finance for developing countries, are supported by the public because they are considered important elements in tackling climate change.