Net Zero
“We can’t self-isolate from climate change”
Mark Carney, former Bank of England Governor
and United Nations special envoy for climate action and finance
Net zero explained
BiU guide to net zero
If you don’t know your green house gasses from your science based targets, then our in-depth BiU learner guide all about net zero is for you.
Net zero facts
9 of the 10 warmest years globally have occurred since 2005 with 2019 being the 2nd warmest year on record
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The rise in earth’s temperature since pre-industrial levels is 0.87oC
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Paris Agreement goal is to limit rise to well below 2oC
“We already have all the facts and solutions.
All we have to do is to wake up and change.”
Greta Thunberg,
Climate Change Activist
Project Net Zero
Combatting climate change with net zero tools, insights, strategy and partners. Including our free online net zero calculator.
Net Zero News
Project Net Zero
- Climate momentum at a standstill with only one country on target to meet Paris Agreement goal 16 September 2021The momentum on updating 2030 targets for climate action has stalled since May, with no major emitters putting forward stronger climate targets, whilst the 2030 emissions gap has barely changed, according to new analysis.
- Why business needs to take Extinction Rebellion seriously 15 September 2021It’s easy for corporates to dismiss environmental activists. But given massive youth engagement, powerful social media reach and a compelling message, doing so is a mistake.
- Net Zero Diaries initiative puts public at the heart of climate decisions 15 September 2021A new initiative which will put the public at the heart of decision making on climate policy has been launched.
Further reading on net zero
IPCC report: the message is stark, but there is hope
If we act quickly, we can still avoid catastrophe. Scientists are hopeful that if we can cut global emissions in half by 2030 and reach net zero by the middle…
Earth Overshoot Day 2021: how businesses can tread lighter
Most of us know the feeling of having too much month at the end of the money. But this Thursday will mark the moment when there is too much of…