Perceived risks from carbon dioxide removal have led to calls for net zero targets to be split into separate goals for removals and emissions. A better approach is to accompany net targets with ambitious near-term action, disclose measures to achieve them and closely monitor and manage carbon sinks.
A case for transparent net-zero carbon targets
Publication details
Theme(s)
The meaning of net zero
The meaning of net zero
Type(s)
Comment
Comment
Author(s)
Smith, Steve
Smith, Steve
Year(s)
2021
2021
Nature Communications
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