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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New energy efficiency standards for homes and offices have been launched lower energy consumption, according to government plans.

Government sets out ‘rigorous’ new energy efficiency standards for homes and offices

Government sets out ‘rigorous’ new energy efficiency standards for homes and offices All homes and businesses will have to meet strict new energy efficiency standards...
Cleaning up their act what’s behind the move towards divestment

Cleaning up their act: what’s behind the move towards divestment?

It seems that a sense of urgency about climate change is driving a trend for large investors to divest themselves of “grubby” brands, with pension funds taking the lead.
January 2021 Net Zero Highlights

January’s net zero highlights: BBC, PepsiCo and more

The new year saw some key net zero pledges from big business, including some ambitious announcements from energy intensive industries.
A new guide is set to give clarity on net zero energy procurement and carbon offsets for net zero buildings in the UK.

New guide sets the standard for net zero energy procurement and carbon offsetting

New guide sets the standard for net zero energy procurement and carbon offsetting A new guide is set to give clarity on procurement of high-quality...
New funding for small businesses and charities to boost take up of electric vehicles

New funding for small businesses and charities to boost take up of electric vehicles

New UK funding for small businesses and charities to boost take up of electric vehicles has been announced.
Net Zero by 2050: a Roadmap for the Global Energy Sector - says climate pledges by governments to date fall well short of what is required...

Landmark report sets out key milestones to net zero by 2050

Landmark report sets out key milestones to net zero by 2050 Achieving net zero emissions is possible, but the window of opportunity is narrow and...
Representing more than a third of the UK population - councils committed to net zero by 2045 - five years earlier than central government.

One third of population covered by local net zero pledges

One third of population covered by local net zero pledges Local authorities representing more than a third of the UK population have now committed to...
Firms must commit to net zero and report on emissions to win government contracts

Firms must commit to net zero and report on emissions to win big government...

Firms must commit to net zero and report on emissions to win big government contracts New measures will soon require businesses to commit to net...

The Transport Decarbonisation Plan: what you need to know

The Transport Decarbonisation Plan: what you need to know The government’s long awaited Transport Decarbonisation Plan was published this week, offering much-needed clarity on plans...
The UK government published its Hydrogen Strategy. Here’s our guide to how, why, and where it will play in decarbonising the UK economy.

The government’s hydrogen strategy – a quick guide for businesses

The government’s hydrogen strategy – a quick guide for businesses The UK government published its highly anticipated Hydrogen Strategy this week, which sets out a...

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