The Broadway Initiative was delighted to attend the first meeting of the relaunched Net Zero Council (NZC), the central forum where Ministers, the financial community, and leaders from business and civil society can coordinate the business transition to net zero.

Broadway worked hard to secure the future of the NZC, and now jointly provides the secretariat, ensuring our members are connected to the heart of the Council's activities.

The Net Zero Council has a renewed emphasis on offering expert insights to shape government policies on net zero.  It is dedicated to supporting the creation and implementation of sector-specific roadmaps, equipping businesses with transition planning tools, and enabling investors to identify key opportunities.

Commenting on the relaunch of the Net Zero Council, Broadway Initiative Convenor Ed Lockhart said:

"UK businesses need certainty, including on the transition to a clean energy future, to invest, grow, and ultimately improve living standards.

By launching the Net Zero Council aligned to the clean energy mission, the government is providing a much-needed platform for the business community, financial institutions, civil society, and government to work in partnership on a shared and inclusive long-term plan.

The Broadway Initiative looks forward to bringing business and environmental organisations together to make the most of this opportunity."

As the Net Zero Council moves forward, Broadway remains committed to facilitating meaningful engagement between policymakers and business leaders. We will continue to advocate for the practical measures and regulatory clarity needed to accelerate the UK’s transition to a net zero economy.

Read the Government's Press Release: Net Zero Council relaunched to supercharge Clean Energy Superpower Mission

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