The shift toward net zero will bring economy-wide transformation on an unprecedented scale. The transition will impact many industries, jobs, and communities.

The Climate Action North training academy helps individuals and businesses learn how to take climate action and support continuing professional development (CPD).

Companies of all types and sizes are being called upon to tackle their emissions and commit to net zero.

Taking action to become net zero will bring many benefits to a small business including improving resilience and competitiveness, while reducing costs and encouraging investment and attracting new customers.

The Environment Act became law in 2021 and is now the UK’s framework for environmental protection.

It is an important Act because rules and regulations on nature protection, water quality, clean air and other environmental protections

The UK Government is committed to reducing the UK’s greenhouse gas emissions by at least 100 percent by 2050, compared to 1990 levels.

This target is known as net zero and moving to a net zero carbon economy is now set in UK law. Most big firms will be forced to show how they intend to hit these targets, under proposed Treasury regulations.