UK Net Zero Strategy

UK Net Zero 2050

The UK was the first major economy to legislate for net zero emissions by 2050. Understand the targets, sector requirements, and what it means for your business.

UK Climate Targets

Legally binding carbon budgets and reduction targets on the path to net zero

2030
68% reduction
vs 1990 levels
ProgressOn track

UK's Nationally Determined Contribution under the Paris Agreement

2035
78% reduction
vs 1990 levels
ProgressLegislated

Sixth Carbon Budget enshrined in law

2050
Net Zero
100% reduction
ProgressCommitted

Legal commitment under the Climate Change Act 2008 (amended 2019)

UK Emissions by Sector

Understanding where emissions come from and the key decarbonisation actions

24%
of UK emissions
Transport

Key Actions:

  • EV transition
  • Public transport investment
  • Active travel infrastructure
21%
of UK emissions
Energy Supply

Key Actions:

  • Renewable expansion
  • Grid decarbonisation
  • Nuclear investment
18%
of UK emissions
Business & Industry

Key Actions:

  • Industrial efficiency
  • Fuel switching
  • Carbon capture
15%
of UK emissions
Residential

Key Actions:

  • Heat pump rollout
  • Insulation upgrades
  • Smart heating
12%
of UK emissions
Agriculture

Key Actions:

  • Land use change
  • Livestock management
  • Soil carbon
10%
of UK emissions
Aviation & Shipping

Key Actions:

  • Sustainable fuels
  • Efficiency improvements
  • Demand management

Net Zero Roadmap for Business

A practical four-step approach to achieving net zero for your organisation

Measure Your Baseline

Calculate your current carbon footprint across Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions

Conduct comprehensive emissions audit
Identify major emission sources
Establish data collection processes
Document methodology and boundaries

Set Science-Based Targets

Commit to reduction targets aligned with climate science

Join the Science Based Targets initiative
Set near-term (5-10 year) reduction targets
Define long-term net zero commitment
Get targets validated externally

Develop Reduction Strategy

Create actionable plans to reduce emissions across operations

Energy efficiency improvements
Transition to renewable energy
Supply chain engagement
Product and service innovation

Implement and Report

Execute your strategy and transparently report progress

Allocate resources and responsibilities
Monitor progress against targets
Report annually on performance
Continuously improve approach

Net Zero Certifications & Initiatives

Credible frameworks and certifications to validate your climate commitments

4,000+ companies
Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi)
Global standard for corporate climate targets aligned with the Paris Agreement
11,000+ members
Race to Zero
UN-backed global campaign for net zero commitments
7,000+ certified
B Corp Certification
Certification for businesses meeting high social and environmental standards
Widely adopted
ISO 14001
International standard for environmental management systems

Start Your Net Zero Journey

Calculate your carbon footprint, understand your reporting requirements, and develop your roadmap to net zero.