Report reveals ‘major flaws’ in corporate climate pledges
By DW
19 June 2022 |
2:15 pm
Net Zero Tracker says many company promises to slash emissions are flawed and vague. The report also casts doubt on the use of carbon offsets, a key tactic for many companies' climate goals.
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