COP26 and the climate crisis explained
What is COP26 and how does it aim to help tackle the climate crisis? What is the role of government and policy, and the role of cities, in achieving net zero? We will explore these questions as well as the different pathways the UK can take to decarbonise, discussing how infrastructure, technology and policy can help the UK reach its climate target.
Creating green cities through a mission approach
Cities drive most emissions and need systemic, mission‑oriented innovation to cut them. Engaging communities and redesigning policy across sectors enables fair, effective climate action.
Sustainable and healthy cities
Cities must act faster on climate change. Integrated approaches to energy, transport, buildings and waste can cut emissions, improve health, and create more sustainable urban environments.
UK decarbonisation pathways
The UK can build on its decarbonisation lead, but reaching net‑zero needs integrated policies, strong investment conditions, and active public involvement to drive a whole‑system transition.
Investment strategies in the UK energy transition
Reaching UK net‑zero needs £50bn yearly by 2030 and coordinated policies that support diverse investor strategies, create stable conditions, and scale renewable investment across key sectors.
How do policy-makers plan for net zero given all the uncertainties?
Energy models guide UK decarbonisation policy, but uncertain technology and behaviour assumptions limit accuracy. Better modelling, multiple tools, and transparency improve credibility and decisions
Societal uncertainties and the UK energy transition
The UK aims for net zero emissions by 2050, requiring major energy system changes and societal behaviour shifts. Public engagement is key to shaping effective, fair decarbonisation policies.
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