Political will key in addressing climate change – Woolley

BRITISH High Commissioner to Zambia Nicholas Woolley says political will is key in addressing impacts of climate change. Speaking during the official launch of the Climate Change summit in Lusaka, Tuesday, Woolley said climate change was a threat to lives and economies. “More needs to be done. If we keep on the current track, global temperatures are likely to rise more than 2.7 degrees centigrade above pre-industrial levels by the end of the century. Climate change at this level represents a potentially catastrophic threat to lives, economies, and natural environment upon which humanity relies. The future of our children and grandchildren is at stake,” he said. “During the first few days of COP26, world leaders have shared their ambitions for...