'We Cannot Be Radical Enough': David Attenborough Tells MPs to Take Action on the Climate Crisis

When it comes to dealing with climate change, “we cannot be radical enough,” the veteran broadcaster David Attenborough told British MPs in parliament on Tuesday. 

Sir David Attenborough.

Speaking to the House of Commons Business, Energy, and Industrial Strategy Committee, Attenborough shared his thoughts with politicians on the UK’s target to reduce carbon emissions down to net zero by 2050. He also offered some advice to politicians about the attitude they should take to tackling the issue. 

“We cannot be radical enough in dealing with these issues," he said, when asked if the 2050 date should be brought forward. He added that the target was tough but he “hopes to goodness we can achieve it”.  

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