ISS TODAY ANALYSIS: Race to net zero may finally be gaining worldwide momentum

With China overperforming on its renewable energy targets, a landmark US bill could boost the global climate transition.

August 22, 2022

Race to net zero may finally be gaining worldwide momentum by Dhesigen Naidoo, Daily Maverick August 22, 2022 The United States and China generate the most carbon dioxide emissions globally. China is currently the largest emitter, with the US in second place. Both have more work than any other country ahead of the November 2022 United Nations Climate Change Conference in Egypt. A milestone US federal spending bill passed this month could bring new vigour to the global climate transition.

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