The Paris Agreement, adopted in 2015, aims to limit global warming to well below 2°C, preferably 1.5°C. To achieve this, it requires a balance between greenhouse gas emissions and removals by sinks, leading to the concept of 'negative emissions'. Carbon budgets, derived from climate models, indicate the maximum allowable CO2 emissions to meet temperature targets. However, these budgets are uncertain and influenced by various factors, including non-CO2 emissions and model assumptions. Negative emissions technologies (NETs), such as bioenergy with carbon capture and storage (BECCS), are often included in mitigation scenarios. These technologies are seen as viable solutions to meet climate goals, but their large-scale deployment raises concerns about feasibility, environmental impact, and equity. BECCS, in particular, is criticized for its high resource demands, land use conflicts, and potential to exacerbate climate change. Despite their potential, NETs are not a guaranteed solution. Their deployment could lead to moral hazards, where reliance on them delays necessary immediate mitigation actions. This creates inequities, as the risks of failure are borne by vulnerable communities. The Paris Agreement emphasizes the need for equitable and risk-averse policies, suggesting that NETs should not be the primary focus of mitigation strategies. Instead, they should be researched and developed with the understanding that they may not work at scale. The integration of NETs into climate policy remains a contentious issue, requiring careful consideration of their environmental and social impacts.The Paris Agreement, adopted in 2015, aims to limit global warming to well below 2°C, preferably 1.5°C. To achieve this, it requires a balance between greenhouse gas emissions and removals by sinks, leading to the concept of 'negative emissions'. Carbon budgets, derived from climate models, indicate the maximum allowable CO2 emissions to meet temperature targets. However, these budgets are uncertain and influenced by various factors, including non-CO2 emissions and model assumptions. Negative emissions technologies (NETs), such as bioenergy with carbon capture and storage (BECCS), are often included in mitigation scenarios. These technologies are seen as viable solutions to meet climate goals, but their large-scale deployment raises concerns about feasibility, environmental impact, and equity. BECCS, in particular, is criticized for its high resource demands, land use conflicts, and potential to exacerbate climate change. Despite their potential, NETs are not a guaranteed solution. Their deployment could lead to moral hazards, where reliance on them delays necessary immediate mitigation actions. This creates inequities, as the risks of failure are borne by vulnerable communities. The Paris Agreement emphasizes the need for equitable and risk-averse policies, suggesting that NETs should not be the primary focus of mitigation strategies. Instead, they should be researched and developed with the understanding that they may not work at scale. The integration of NETs into climate policy remains a contentious issue, requiring careful consideration of their environmental and social impacts.