Starmer's Bold Climate Goal: 81% Emission Cut by 2035

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced a significant increase in the UK’s climate ambitions, aiming for an 81% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions by 2035. This announcement, made at COP29 in Baku, Azerbaijan, aligns with recent recommendations from the Committee on Climate Change, surpassing current goals.

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer unveiled a heightened climate ambition on Tuesday during the COP29 summit, pledging to slash greenhouse gas emissions by 81% from 1990 levels by 2035. This ambitious goal was revealed at the United Nations climate summit in Baku, Azerbaijan.

The announcement comes as the UK government considers recommendations made by the Committee on Climate Change, which suggested this target last month. The proposal to reduce emissions by 81% surpasses the current government aim of a 78% reduction within the same timeframe.

This new target excludes international aviation and shipping, aligning with the advice of the climate committee, marking a significant step in the UK's environmental policy.

(With inputs from agencies.)