United Kingdom·Escalating·HIGH 75
Fears net zero is ‘next Brexit’ as oil crisis fuels political climate divide
The intersection of rising energy prices and political opposition could lead to significant shifts in climate policy and public sentiment in the UK.
The ongoing oil crisis, exacerbated by the war on Iran, has sparked fears among climate advocates that the push for net zero could become a divisive political issue akin to Brexit. Rising energy bills are providing opportunities for right-wing parties and media to critique the government's commitment to clean energy policies.
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