Singapore boosts UN climate targets, confirms net zero by 2050 – The Straits Times

October 26, 2022

David Fogarty

25 October 2022

SINGAPORE – Singapore will reach net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050, Deputy Prime Minister Lawrence Wong said on Tuesday, while also announcing a stronger 2030 target as part of the nation’s efforts to fight climate change and meet its international obligations.

The Government, which had previously said it was considering reaching net-zero emissions by 2050, has confirmed it is on track to achieve the target.

Read more here: https://www.straitstimes.com/singapore/singapore-boosts-un-climate-targets-confirms-net-zero-by-2050

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