Net Zero

“Net zero” means achieving a state where the greenhouse gases (GHGs) emitted do not exceed the gases being removed from the atmosphere so that the overall balance is zero.

Essential news articles covering climate change, net zero and carbon emissions from the writers of Energy Advice Hub.

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The UK government has published details on the design of a new UK Emissions Trading System, following a consultation on the UK carbon pricing scheme

UK carbon pricing scheme ‘inconsistent with UK’s net zero ambitions’ warns climate watchdog

UK carbon pricing scheme ‘inconsistent with UK’s net zero ambitions’ warns climate watchdog The UK government has published details on the design of a new...
The Energy Advice Hub looks at a number of questions surrounding Carbon Capture and Storage, such as 'What rols could CSS play in the UK reaching Net Zero?'

How will Carbon Capture and Storage contribute to the UK’s pressing net zero goals?

How will Carbon Capture and Storage contribute to the UK's pressing net zero goals? Most businesses with at least a passing interest in climate mitigation...
Net Zero Budget: The new Chancellor has a lot on his plate, but can he draw up a budget that meets the Conservatives’ green promises?

Pre-budget analysis: 10 signs it’s a net zero budget

Pre-budget analysis: 10 signs it’s a net zero budget In the wake of catastrophic flooding and as we face the onset of coronavirus, it’s easy...
A new task group has been formed by the UKGBC to develop guidance on the procurement of renewable energy & carbon offsets for the built environment sector.

UKGBC Task Group for Renewable Energy Procurement and Carbon Offset Guidelines

UKGBC Task Group for Renewable Energy Procurement and Carbon Offset Guidelines A new task group has been formed by the UK Green Building Council (UKGBC)...
The government has today (15 October) announced new energy efficiency measures that will save businesses ‘£1bn a year by 2030’

Government announces new energy efficiency measures that will save businesses ‘£1bn a year by...

Government announces new energy efficiency measures that will save businesses ‘£1bn a year by 2030’ The government announced yesterday (15 October) a package of energy...
The Aldersgate Group has called on the government to make climate risk reporting mandatory for businesses and investors. Find out more here.

Climate risk reporting should be mandatory by 2020, says Aldersgate Group

Climate risk reporting should be mandatory by 2020, says Aldersgate Group The Aldersgate Group has called on the government to make it mandatory for businesses...
Chancellor Rishi Sunak’s first budget was, as expected, focused on the immediate threat of coronavirus but how green was our budget?

How green was our budget?

How green was our budget? Chancellor Rishi Sunak’s first budget was, as expected, focused on the immediate threat of coronavirus and the likely impact that...
Net zero greenhouse gas emissions target: Government needs to increase the price of carbon in key sectors & create a market for ‘negative emissions’.

Government should increase business carbon price to achieve net zero, says new report

Government should increase business carbon price to achieve net zero, says new report In order to achieve ‘net zero’ greenhouse gas emissions by 2050, the...

A third of businesses have not set plans to meet carbon neutral target

A third of businesses have not set plans to meet carbon neutral target A new poll of 502 businesses suggests that many are failing to...
New research has revealed, just 13 out of the largest 132 coal, electricity, and oil and gas companies have made net zero plans

Only 1 in 10 of the world’s largest energy companies have made net zero...

Only 1 in 10 of the world’s largest energy companies have made net zero plans Just 13 out of the largest 132 coal, electricity, and...

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