The Guardian view on drilling in Jackdaw: a truly pragmatic approach would focus on Britain’s green transition | Editorial

01Summary

1. 01The UN Environment Programme reported that the 1.5C warming limit is no longer achievable.
2. 02Andy Burnham approved new drilling in the Jackdaw gasfield, which will satisfy only 2% of national gas demand.
3. 03The decision will have no impact on energy bills this winter and create a small number of temporary jobs.
4. 04Tax revenues from drilling will be largely offset by industry concessions and breaks.
5. 05E3G research suggests insulating homes and investing in heat pumps would cut bills and create 50,000 jobs.