Although that’s going to disappoint some, who think too much is being asked of the sector when the ways of meeting its longer-term targets still do not exist, the reality was the commission was never going to back down on its initial position.
It believes the short-term goals can be met without new tech and is banking on R&D to deliver next steps in the future.
All the signals the commission sent out during the past few months implied that the time to act is now and that could involve some discomfort for some parts of the economy.
There are some groups who think the primary sector has got off lightly, particularly given that through He Waka Eke Noa, it has been allowed to try and come up with its own framework to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
So, now’s the time to accept the situation for what it is and get on with making the most of the opportunity that has been provided.
Colin Williscroft
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