英力士质疑英国净零战略

Core Viewpoint - The INEOS Group has raised strong doubts about the UK's net-zero emissions strategy, citing a report from the Institute of Economic Affairs that estimates the true cost of achieving the UK's decarbonization commitments could reach £7.6 trillion, significantly exceeding official forecasts [1] Group 1: Concerns about Net-Zero Policies - The report reveals what INEOS describes as "fantasy economics" behind current net-zero policies, indicating that carbon taxes and regulatory costs are undermining the competitiveness of European industries [1] - INEOS's director, Tom Crotty, warns that these policies may lead to accelerated industrial migration from Europe to regions with more lenient carbon emission standards [1] Group 2: Industry Impact and Recommendations - INEOS founder and chairman, Jim Ratcliffe, expresses concern that achieving decarbonization through deindustrialization is foolish, as it could result in job losses and weakened energy security, with minimal impact on global carbon emissions [1] - Ratcliffe advocates for policies that focus on reducing industrial energy costs, increasing incentives for clean technologies, and adopting a more competitive industrial support model similar to that of the United States [1]