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The Path To Net Zero

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How universities are rising to the net-zero challenge Partner content
Education
By The University of Sheffield
How universities are rising to the net-zero challenge
University of Sheffield Vice-Chancellor, Professor Koen Lamberts, writes on the importance of academia, industry and government working together to build a more sustainable future.
From Ambition to Action: A Delivery Plan for Cleaner, Homegrown Energy Partner content
Environment
By SSE
From Ambition to Action: A Delivery Plan for Cleaner, Homegrown Energy
Chief Executive of SSE plc, Alistair Phillips-Davies, outlines recommendations from the company's delivery plan to invest in and build clean energy infrastructure.
Ad hoc energy incentives are as inefficient as an old gas boiler. It's time for a long-term plan says construction sector Partner content
Environment
By Chartered Institute of Building
Ad hoc energy incentives are as inefficient as an old gas boiler. It's time for a long-term plan says construction sector
This Net Zero Week, the Chartered Institute of Building sets out how Government can embrace long-term energy incentive strategies.
The levelling-up and regeneration bill: A chance for the government to show it is serious on greening our housing stock
Environment
By Baroness Hayman of Ullock
The levelling-up and regeneration bill: A chance for the government to show it is serious on greening our housing stock
Ensuring the UK housing stock is energy efficient will play a major role in ensuring the government reaches its net-zero targets. Baroness Hayman of Ullock, Shadow Spokesperson for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities, sets out Labour’s vision on green housing and planning.
How we can seize the opportunities from the UK’s transition to net-zero
Environment
By Chris Skidmore MP
How we can seize the opportunities from the UK’s transition to net-zero
Having signed net-zero into law in 2019, Chair of the UK government’s Net Zero Review and former UK energy minister, Chris Skidmore MP, sets out how we can build on the positive momentum from Mission Zero.
Cross-industry collaboration is key to greener social housing Partner content
Environment
By Home Group
Greener Futures Partnership
Cross-industry collaboration is key to greener social housing
Greener Futures Partnership is making inroads into net-zero in social housing but needs outside support if it is to help the UK meet its goals.
Despite adversity, Scotland remains the lead in net-zero, and continues to pave the way for the UK
Environment
By Alan Brown MP
Despite adversity, Scotland remains the lead in net-zero, and continues to pave the way for the UK
Scotland has an ambitious target to reach net-zero emissions of all greenhouse gases by 2045. Alan Brown MP, Shadow SNP Spokesperson for Energy Security and Net Zero, sets out what Scotland needs to fulfil its potential.
A brighter, better future: the promise of nuclear energy
Environment
By Virginia Crosbie MP
A brighter, better future: the promise of nuclear energy
Against the backdrop of a global energy crisis and the increasingly urgent need to address climate change, Virginia Crosbie MP, Vice-Chair and Secretary of the Nuclear Energy APPG, explores the benefits of nuclear.
Future-proofing tomorrow’s housing from future shock Partner content
Environment
By Electrical Safety First
Future-proofing tomorrow’s housing from future shock
With the government setting a target of achieving net-zero by 2050, Wayne Mackay, Head of Policy and Public Affairs at Electrical Safety First believes that electrical safety is not being given the attention it needs.
System Change, Not Climate Change: Why Business as Usual Won't Suffice
Environment
By Baroness Bennett
System Change, Not Climate Change: Why Business as Usual Won't Suffice
As the UK pledges to reach net-zero by 2050, Baroness Bennett of Manor Castle, Green Party member of the House of Lords, calls for the government to do more now in order to reach that target.
The Role of the Climate and Ecology Bill in Getting Us to Net-Zero
Environment
By Wera Hobhouse MP
The Role of the Climate and Ecology Bill in Getting Us to Net-Zero
With the Climate and Ecology Bill making its way through the Commons, Liberal Democrat Spokesperson for Energy Security and Net Zero, Wera Hobhouse MP, discusses how the bill can help the UK achieve its net-zero goals.
Striking a Balance: Achieving Net-Zero While Ensuring Affordable Energy Supply
Environment
By Angus MacNeil MP
Striking a Balance: Achieving Net-Zero While Ensuring Affordable Energy Supply
The Energy Security and Net Zero Select Committee aims to scrutinise the government’s approach to securing the UK’s energy supply and cutting emissions. Recently elected Chair, Angus MacNeil MP, outlines the priorities of the newly formed Committee.
Why accelerating grid connections is essential for reaching net-zero goals Partner content
Energy
By Energy Networks Association
Why accelerating grid connections is essential for reaching net-zero goals
As the country powers towards net-zero, Lawrence Slade, Chief Executive of the Energy Networks Association, argues action is needed to respond to an unprecedented number of new connection applications and ensure a grid fit for future challenges.
How we can accelerate Britain’s renewable energy capacity
Environment
By Philip Dunne MP
How we can accelerate Britain’s renewable energy capacity
With low carbon power sources delivering positive results, Chair of the Environmental Audit Committee, Philip Dunne MP, sets out how net-zero Britain can go further and faster.
Bringing renewable solutions to the UK: why we need “more of everything” Partner content
Environment
By Dimeta
Bringing renewable solutions to the UK: why we need “more of everything”
Sophia Haywood, Head of Advocacy and Communications at Dimeta explores how having a multi-solution approach to net-zero policy encourages the deployment and development of domestic renewable fuel production, delivering a just transition for all parts of society.
The UK must embrace hydrogen if we are to reach a net-zero future
Environment
By Alexander Stafford MP
The UK must embrace hydrogen if we are to reach a net-zero future
Member of the Energy Security and Net Zero Committee and Chair of the Hydrogen APPG, Alexander Stafford MP, explains why we must press ahead with building out the UK’s hydrogen economy.
Investment in our ports is critical to achieving our net-zero commitments Partner content
Environment
By Orkney Future Ports
Investment in our ports is critical to achieving our net-zero commitments
The renewables sector will play a key role in helping the UK to achieve its net-zero targets. Paul Olvhoj, Business Development Manager at Orkney Islands Council calls for investment in the UK’s port infrastructure to help support the offshore wind sector.
Climate change is a global challenge: nature-based solutions can, and must, play a key role
Environment
By Therese Coffey MP
Climate change is a global challenge: nature-based solutions can, and must, play a key role
Mother nature will play an important role in helping to fight climate change. Dr Thérèse Coffey MP, Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, outlines how the government is supporting nature-based solutions to achieve its net-zero targets.
Net-zero naysayers: homeowners need your help not hindrance Partner content
Environment
By Mineral Wool Insulation Manufacturers Association
Net-zero naysayers: homeowners need your help not hindrance
Executive Director of MIMA, Sarah Kostense-Winterton, sets out two practical solutions that can incentivise homeowners to improve the energy efficiency in their homes, while promoting individual choice and adhering to fiscal responsibility on the path to net-zero.
Why energy security and net-zero must go hand in hand
Environment
By Graham Stuart MP
Why energy security and net-zero must go hand in hand
Minister for Energy Security and Net Zero, Graham Stuart MP, sets out the progress made so far as part of the UK’s transition to renewables and why we must keep moving towards the clean technologies of the future to boost UK energy security.
Net-zero: why it’s more than just hydrogen and electrification Partner content
Environment
By Calor Gas
Net-zero: why it’s more than just hydrogen and electrification
We need the full range of green technology to achieve net-zero. Calor’s Head of Corporate Affairs, Duncan Carter, explains why this must include renewable liquid gases.
Green prosperity plan: Labour’s ambition for a green future
Environment
By Kerry McCarthy MP
Green prosperity plan: Labour’s ambition for a green future
With a general election due to take place within the next two years, Kerry McCarthy MP, Shadow Minister for Climate Change, puts forward Labour’s Green Prosperity Plan.
The Path to Net Zero: A special report to mark Net Zero Week 2023 Partner content
Environment
By Total Politics Impact
The Path to Net Zero: A special report to mark Net Zero Week 2023
The latest issue of The House magazine includes a special report to celebrate Net Zero Week 2023, bringing together politicians, businesses, and consumers. From nature-based solutions to energy security strategies and inclusive economic growth, the ‘Path to Net Zero’ explores diverse avenues leading us towards a carbon neutral society.
Closing the gap to being the UK’s most seamless, sustainable, and tech-enabled port Partner content
Economy
By Port of Dover
Closing the gap to being the UK’s most seamless, sustainable, and tech-enabled port
The Port of Dover is the port of national significance for passengers, freight, and passenger vehicle trips. This is thanks to Dover’s geographic advantage and the high-efficiency, high-volume, and high-frequency operation that has been built as a result
About The Path To Net Zero

Against the backdrop of a global energy crisis, and the increasingly urgent need to address the climate crisis, change is inevitable and viable solutions are essential.

The Path To Net Zero is a hub of ideas and analysis, with input from experts across politics, government, and business, to increase awareness among businesses, policymakers, and consumers on how they can all contribute to achieving our Net Zero goals by 2050.

The House magazine is delighted to be partnering with Net Zero Week. Net Zero Week is the UK’s first national awareness week aimed at highlighting our Net Zero challenge, providing expert advice and information to help policymakers, business and consumers better understand the opportunities and how we can all benefit from making changes.