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Comparative analysis of legal mechanisms to net-zero: lessons from Germany, the United States, Brazil, and China

January 19, 2024

CSSN scholars L. Delta Merner, Lisa Benjamin, Joana Setzer, and their colleagues delve into the global pursuit of net-zero emissions as their article unveils the diverse legal strategies and mechanisms in Germany, the United States, Brazil, and China. Through a proposed taxonomy, they offer a compelling exploration of the critical role of climate law in achieving ambitious targets.