Net zero

Think tank publishes series of reports on the implications of building a net zero emission economy

Environment Secretary argues summer heatwave highlights need for bolder climate action, as reports suggest Home Secretary Sajod Javid wants to roll back environmental rules

Signatories make combined pledge to eliminate 192 million tonnes of carbon emissions from buildings by 2050

Companies have pledged to power their London-premises with 100 per cent renewable energy,as Sadiq Khan announces first London Climate Action Week

Big businesses reiterate backing for net zero targets, as European Commission throw weight behind campaign for bolder emissions goals

Cross-party letter urges government to adopt new long term emissions target and put UK "at the forefront of the race for investment in clean industries"

Governor Jerry Brown signs 100 per cent clean power rule and surprises businesses with new industry wide decarbonisation target

'I'm not particularly happy about these new proposals', says German Chancellor, despite acknowledging escalating climate risks

19 Mayors from around the world sign up to Net Zero Carbon Declaration

Scottish Labour proposes stronger long term emissions target and launch of new Just Transition Commission