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.

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bp has published a new strategy - to cut oil and gas production, as it pivots from being an international oil company to an “integrated energy company”.

bp to cut oil and gas production by 40% as it shifts towards net...

bp to cut oil and gas production by 40% as it shifts towards net zero bp has published a new strategy to reshape its business...
Hundreds of homes and buildings across South Wales are set to benefit from a million-pound government boost for low carbon heat projects

£8 million boost for low carbon heat projects in South Wales

£8 million boost for low carbon heat projects in South Wales Hundreds of homes and buildings across South Wales are set to benefit from an...
Octobers net zero heroes from ASDA to Primark

October’s net zero heroes: ASDA, John Lewis, Primark and more

Momentum on reaching net zero continues to gather pace, as more and more companies commit to ambitious emissions reduction targets.
Scope 3 emissions frequently asked questions: What are they? Why do they matter? Find out in our Scope 3 emissions FAQs.

Scope 3 emissions: your frequently asked questions

UK businesses are becoming increasingly aware of the importance of Scope 3 emissions – at least, that’s if the number of queries on the...
A new report highlights the sustainability benefits of nature-based solutions and calls on investors to increase uptake across cities.

Report highlights role of nature-based solutions in carbon reduction

Report highlights role of nature-based solutions in carbon reduction A new report curates a wealth of evidence on the sustainability benefits of nature-based solutions (NBS)...
UK Government to review its policy on net-zero compatibility of oil and gas licensing regime as part of its net zero emissions by 2050 target.

Government launches review into net zero compatibility of oil and gas licensing regime

Government launches review into net zero compatibility of oil and gas licensing regime The UK Government is to review its policy on the future UK...
CBI says the UK must become a global leader in climate action in order to create green jobs and lift productivity in a post-pandemic world.

Fast and bold climate action can be catalyst for global recovery says CBI

Fast and bold climate action can be catalyst for global recovery says CBI A leading British business organisation says the UK must become a global...
A new Race to Net Zero whitepaper has calculated the build rate required across the energy sector in order for the UK to meet its 2050 target

New whitepaper calculates the energy technology build rate required to meet UK Net Zero...

New whitepaper calculates the energy technology build rate required to meet UK Net Zero 2050 target A new whitepaper has calculated the build rate required...
World Green Building Week: WorldGBC has doubled signatories to the Net Zero Carbon Buildings Commitment in just over one year.

World Green Building Week: why tackling emissions from buildings is so key

World Green Building Week: why tackling emissions from buildings is so key The World Green Building Council (WGBC) has doubled signatories to the Net Zero...
A new levy on gas suppliers across the UK to fund green gas production plants has been proposed by the government

Gas goes green to meet net zero target

Gas goes green to meet net zero target A new levy on gas suppliers across the UK to fund green gas production plants has been...

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