Topic
Net Zero
119 published works
Law & The Environment
ConocoPhillips Has An Ambition Is to Be Net-Zero by 2050-ish — It’s a Start
By Seth Jaffe
Last week, ConocoPhillips announced a goal of reducing its emissions to net-zero by 2045-2055. It’s a significant step and so it is important to note both what is in the…
The Energy Law Blog
Oil Majors’ Commitment to Net-Zero Emissions Leads to Investments in Wind Energy
By Randee V. Iles, Cristian M. Soler
U.S. and European major oil companies are beginning to re-evaluate their business structure and investment strategies in light of the current financial, legal, and social climate. In response, the industry…
Environment, Land & Resources
Climate Assembly UK Publishes 2050 Net Zero Target Recommendations
The UK citizens’ assembly identifies overarching principles and makes specific recommendations for achieving the environmental goal. By Paul A. Davies and Michael D. Green Background The Climate Assembly UK has…
Environment, Land & Resources
UK Releases New Details on Net Zero Target Measures
The announcements signal how both the Net Zero Review and the IETF will impact the UK’s transition to net zero. By Paul Davies and Michael Green On 2 November 2019,…
Environment, Land & Resources
UK Government Publishes Green Finance Strategy
Green Finance Strategy builds on the Green Finance Taskforce report, highlighting the City of London’s role in delivering a green economy. By Paul A. Davies and Michael D. Green On…
Environment, Land & Resources
UK Adopts 2050 Net-Zero Greenhouse Gases Target
The UK is the first major economy and G7 country to adopt the target following the CCC’s May 2019 recommendation. By Paul A. Davies and Michael D. Green Adoption of…
Environment, Land & Resources
Committee on Climate Change Recommends UK Government Adopt 2050 Net-Zero Greenhouse Gases Budget
The Committee has recommended that the UK government take the lead in reaching net-zero, through social, financial, and policy change. By Paul A. Davies and Michael D. Green The Committee…
Keeping It Real Estate
What is Net Zero Carbon?
The issue of climate change couldn't be more topical. But what is "net zero carbon"? Is it just another buzzword and what does it really mean? The UK Green Building…
Land Use Prof Blog
Net zero and beyond
This one is for the green building folks. From Architectural Record:The designers of Seattle’s Bullitt Center have overachieved. They set out to demonstrate that a six-story office building could generate all of…