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Aviation sector fails to meet key climate targets

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The aviation sector has missed most of its 50 key climate targets over the past 20 years, with all bar one either missed, revised or ignored completely

Experts say the findings indicate the UK government’s plans to have companies self-regulate on climate are failing, with air travel accounting for just over 2 percent of all human-caused carbon emissions.

FILE – In this Jan. 25, 2020, file photo a Boeing 777X airplane takes off on its first flight with the Olympic Mountains in the background at Paine Field in Everett, Wash.

In this latest air targets report, the researchers look at climate targets starting and finishing between 2000 and 2021.

In 2007, Virgin Atlantic set a 30 percent CO2 reduction target by 2020, but when 2020 rolled around, the airline dropped the goal altogether.

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The study says examples like this indicate how climate target setting is really just a smokescreen for business as usual, giving “an impression of progress and action”.

William is an Executive News Producer at TICKER NEWS, responsible for the production and direction of news bulletins. William is also the presenter of the hourly Weather + Climate segment. With qualifications in Journalism and Law (LLB), William previously worked at the Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC) before moving to TICKER NEWS. He was also an intern at the Seven Network's 'Sunrise'. A creative-minded individual, William has a passion for broadcast journalism and reporting on global politics and international affairs.

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Will Australia’s foreign investment rule create an economic boost?

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Australian Treasurer Dr. Jim Chalmers announced an overall of foreign investment rules ahead of the budget.

Australia is set to announce a significant decline in its projected gross debt, signalling a more optimistic outlook for the country’s fiscal health.

The Airport Economist, Professor Tim Harcourt at UTS joins to discuss.

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Research key to investment success

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What is the importance of research in the investing and super landscape in Australia?

Wyld Money dives into the world of financial freedom. Whether you’re a seasoned investor or just getting started, join us for actionable tips and tricks to unlock your earning potential, and retire on your own terms.

In this episode, Mark is joined by Peter Green, Director of Research at Lonsec Research. #wyld money

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Why “stagflation” will be the greatest financial threat of 2024

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With inflation soaring and economic growth tapering off, concerns about stagflation are on the rise

Stagflation, a situation characterised by high inflation coupled with stagnant economic growth, presents a unique challenge that many are ill-prepared to face.

Mark Wyld from MW Wealth joins to unpack what defines “stagflation”. #featured

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