Andy Burnham has said he will not 'punish people to net zero' after experts warned that Greater Manchester is 'likely' to miss its carbon cutting targets. The city-region is set to blow its carbon budget in two years, meaning it would emit more than its 'fair share' of carbon, according to science-based targets.
The mayor told attendees at the Green Summit in Salford yesterday (October 17) that he is 'really proud' of the progress Greater Manchester is making. But one expert who was tasked with creating Greater Manchester's carbon budget said that there has been 'very limited progress' in cutting emissions.
Speaking to the Local Democracy Reporting Service, Mr Burnham reflected on what he learnt from the public backlash to the Clean Air Zone earlier this year. The controversial scheme which would have seen the most polluting taxis, vans and other vehicles face daily charges was paused and is under review.
