UK Could Target Carbon Emissions Not Fossil Fuels in Climate Agenda, Says Net Zero Minister

An independent report highlighted significant economic benefits attributed to carbon capture, as Prime Minister Rishi Sunak’s stance is defended ahead of COP28.

Britain's Minister for Climate at the Department of Business Graham Stuart leaves 10 Downing Street in central London on Sept. 7, 2022. Justin Tallis/AFP via Getty Images

The use of fossil fuels is not the primary target that will be eliminated in achieving net zero, the UK’s net zero minister Graham Stuart has said, but the carbon emissions arising from them.

It could indicate that the government may prioritise carbon capture technologies in its emissions agenda ahead of the COP28 summit.