The world has a goal to reach net zero emissions. Our platform, informed by leading climate researchers and hosted by the University of Oxford, brings together principles and policies, practical tools, and progress tracking to help businesses and policymakers achieve that goal.
Principles & Policies
PrACTICAL TOOLS
PROGRESS TRACKING
How to set a net zero target
As net zero targets are being set, questions arise about how current net zero targets align. We present criteria based on a summary of current practices, identifying areas of convergence and divergence.
tools for setting and achieving a net zero target
Browse our library of the most relevant tools helping institutions of all kinds set and achieve their net zero targets.
GLOBAL NET ZERO STOCKTAKE
For an understanding of progress to net zero, read the first systematic review of net zero commitments by countries, sub-national governments, and major corporations around the globe.
The world has a goal to reach net zero emissions.
Our platform brings together principles and policies, practical tools, and progress tracking to help achieve that goal.
PRINCIPLES & POLICIES
How to set a net zero target
As net zero targets are being set, questions arise about how current net zero targets align. We present criteria based on a summary of current practices, identifying areas of convergence and divergence.
Practical Tools
tools for setting and achieving a net zero target
Browse our library of the most relevant tools helping institutions of all kinds set and achieve their net zero targets.
PROGRESS TRACKING
Global Net Zero Stocktake
For an understanding of progress to net zero, read the first systematic review of net zero commitments by countries, sub-national governments, and major corporations around the globe.
Greenhouse gas removal for a net zero world
There are various types of Greenhouse Gas Removal (GGR) technologies which recapture already emitted greenhouse gases from the atmosphere and ocean.
Nature-Based Solutions for a net zero world
Nature-based Solutions (NbS) involve working with and enhancing nature to achieve multiple benefits for people, including removing CO2 from the air, and aiding adaptation to climate change.
Equity and Inclusion for a net zero world
Pathways to achieving global net zero emissions must be framed by questions of equity and justice. A just transition to a net zero future needs to be inclusive not just of a range of actors, and their priorities, but also of a range of views, including in particular those relating to moral and ethical arguments on climate justice.
GREEN Recovery FROM COVID-19 for a net zero world
A green recovery from COVID-19 could accelerate GDP growth in the immediate future, establish new industries and jobs for the coming decade, and deliver a sustainable climate for the next century.
Upcoming Events
Skoll Centre seminar: “Leadership for Net Zero”
Event date: January 28, 2022
Insights for Action Seminar Series About this event The Insights for Action seminar series explores how researchers and practitioners within and beyond Oxford are using research insights for action. Join us to hear conversations between ... Read more
OMS Panel Discussion: “Towards COP27: moving forwards after COP26”
Event date: January 27, 2022
At the end of 2021, the world looked with great expectation towards Glasgow for the 2021 UN Climate Change Conference, COP26. Attended by Heads of States, academics, activists, policy makers and journalists, COP26 was the largest COP to date, ... Read more
Carbon Takeback: applying the principles of ‘producer responsibility’ to the fossil fuel industry
Event date: November 9, 2021
Learn about how a Carbon Takeback Obligation can end fossil fuel’s contribution to global warming at Oxford Net Zero’s panel discussion: Carbon Takeback: Applying the principles of ‘producer responsibility’ to the fossil fuel industry. Tuesday ... Read more
REGISTRATION IS OPEN FOR THE CLIMATE NEUTRALITY FORUM
Event date: September 8, 2021
Bringing together leading researchers, policymakers and practitioners working on achieving climate neutrality, the meeting will take place simultaneously at four hubs – Berlin, Milan, Brussels and Oxford – linked together to create a blended ... Read more
The Race to Zero Emissions for Local Government
Event date: April 15, 2021
The Race to Zero Emissions For Local Government April 15th, 5:00 – 6:30 BST| 6:00 – 7:30 CEST *Version française ci-dessous/ deutsche Version unten / versione italiana sotto* This global webinar is for leaders of local communities ... Read more
Oxford to Host a GGR Summer School and Climate Neutrality Forum in September 2021
Event date: September 6, 2021
Save-the-date – The University of Oxford will be hosting two interlocking events in September 2021. Monday 6th September – Friday 10th September 2021: The Oxford Martin School will be hosting a Summer School on Greenhouse Gas ... Read more
Latest news
New ONZ report on Net Zero Commitments by Businesses in Africa
ONZ fellow Dr Jessica Omukuti has undertaken a stocktake study on net zero commitments by Africa’s largest publicly listed companies. For the report, the team gathered data on the emission targets of Africa’s 250 largest publicly listed ... Read more
ONZ contributes to new global guidelines for clarity on net zero action at COP27
The ISO publishes the Net Zero Guidelines to support all actors and organisations to reach their net zero goals, with expert contribution from Oxford Net Zero. Read more
New HLEG report provides clear guidance on Net Zero for cities, regions and corporations
New UN HLEG report provides clear guidance on Net Zero for cities, regions and corporations. Read more
Oxford Net Zero at COP27
Lovely to meet you at COP27! We are here representing Oxford Net Zero, an interdisciplinary research group at the University of Oxford. Our group is made up of anthropologists, geophysicists, biologists, lawyers, political scientists and more. ... Read more
The Science, Origins and Implications of Net Zero – new research paper
A new research paper by Myles Allen and colleagues explains the science behind the drive for global net zero emissions and why this is needed to halt the ongoing rise in global temperatures. Read more
Oxford Net Zero publishes report on the Voluntary Net Zero Initiatives Landscape
Oxford Net Zero researchers have produced a report of 33 voluntarz initiatives across the governance landscape to identify areas of convergence and divergence in terms of guidance offered to corporate actors. Read more
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We'll be sharing these #netzero guidelines individually a lot over the coming months. Why?
Because tackling the *surplus of confusion and deficit of credibility* relies upon these becoming the lodestar 🌟 for thousands of global entities, even national governments.
The #HLEG #NetZero Guidelines show what “good” looks like, including:
🎯Setting net zero pledges
🎯Set targets quickly/fully
🌳Offsets
🗺️Transition plans
🛢️Fossil fuel phase out
📢Lobbying
⛓️People/ nature
🪟Transparency/ accountability
⚖️Just transitions
👩⚖️Road to regulation