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 business group alliance launches to accelerate Race to Zero

Businesses ramp up ambition and global emissions rise – net zero round up

We round up some of the top net zero news stories including a new business alliance, global action for net zero emission vehicles and the UK’s new carbon emissions target.

Earth Day: the 3-minute step to put your business on the road to net...

Earth Day is an event that sees more than one billion people in 192 countries demand greater action to protect our environment.
Net zero commitments double but further action is needed, report finds

Net zero commitments double but further action is needed, report finds

Net zero pledges being made by the world’s leading companies are increasing in quality, a new report has found.
Behaviour change fundamental to reaching net-zero targets, report shows

Behaviour change fundamental to reaching net zero targets, report shows

The UK’s net zero target is at risk without a substantial and sustainable change in corporate and public behaviour, a new report has warned.
What does good practice truly mean for net zero

What does good practice truly mean when setting net zero targets?

Net zero commitments are gaining pace across the UK. It opens up the question of what companies ought to be doing to ensure their targets stand up to scrutiny.
What is a net zero carbon building?

Net zero buildings: the latest guidance

The UKGBC has produced new guidance on net zero buildings, which will form the basis of best practice both for new builds and for getting existing buildings to net zero. Here are some of the key takeaways.
March - Morrisons to be completely supplied by net zero farms by 2030

The latest net zero news: Morrisons, FedEx, Aviva and more

Nearly 1/3 of UK’s largest businesses have made a pledge to eliminate their contribution to carbon emissions by 2050. Here’s our roundup of the those making net zero headlines in March.
Government sets out plans to cut industrial emissions by two-thirds by 2035

Government sets out plans to cut industrial emissions by two-thirds by 2035

The government has launched its much-anticipated Industrial Decarbonisation Strategy, setting out its vision for building a competitive, greener future for the manufacturing and construction sector.
New net zero framework applied by major investors across £8 trillion portfolios

New net zero framework applied by major investors across £8 trillion portfolios

Some of the world’s biggest investors have become the first to apply a new framework aimed at maximising their contribution to tackling climate change.
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...

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