Eco SMART
UK's Role and Progress
The UK government aims to reduce its carbon emissions by 78% before 2035 and achieve net zero by 2050. Scotland has set a target of becoming a net zero economy by 2045. Net zero involves reducing greenhouse gas emissions to near zero and offsetting the remaining emissions through natural carbon sinks and technologies like carbon capture. Immediate action is necessary to mitigate climate change impacts, as indicated by the latest IPCC report. The UK has experienced severe weather events related to climate change, underscoring the need for timely measures.
Benefits of Acting First
The UK’s early action allows it to benefit from the economic advantages of clean technologies. By developing renewable energy sources and clean technologies domestically, the UK can shield itself from global energy price fluctuations, lower consumer costs, and contribute to global decarbonization efforts. The Ten Point Plan for a Green Industrial Revolution includes £12 billion of government investment to boost private sector growth in green industries.
The UK’s leadership has influenced global commitment to net zero, with over 80% of global GDP now aligned with these targets, up from less than 30% before the UK’s role in COP26. The government’s proactive steps ensure the UK remains at the forefront of the transition to a sustainable future.
Barriers to Net Zero
- High costs
- Limited time
- Outdated infrastructure
- Lack of expertise
How we can help you
We understand that the road to Net Zero carries its own set of unique challenges for your organisation so our experienced team of Sustainability specialists can review your business plans to get you to Net Zero with support from our Eco SMART tool. A comprehensive evaluation of your business road-map can uncover risks and gaps, along with steps for improvement. We want you to succeed and make it our business to know your business from staff to logistics to operations. That’s why, with our support, you can be assured that you will meet the Government expectations for the UK to be Net Zero and progress in line with the interim carbon budgets.
What We Do – Evaluation of your Net Zero road map, identify gaps and areas for improvement to meet goals in line with government expectations.
How we Do it – Using the Eco Smart tool we gather information and data across existing policies, practices and corporate objectives, to evaluate the overall readiness of meeting those objectives and achieving Net Zero by 2050.
Our Difference – Utilise a dedicated Sustainability specialist who understands the unique challenges faced by your organisation.
Our offerings
We provide a range of services tailored for the private and commercial sector
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