CO2nstructZero

In November 2020, the Government published a ten point plan for a “Green Industrial Revolution,” setting out a strategy for the UK to reach Net Zero by 2050. CO2nstructZero is the construction sector’s response.

Launched in March 2021, more than 300 companies – from SMEs to Tier 1 contractors via major clients – are now involved in CO2nstructZero and are proactively supporting our work to inspire, inform, and promote industry best-practice on carbon change.

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Six priorities:

Using the UK Climate Change Committee 7th carbon budget, we’ve established six priorities for the construction industry to frame the Construction Leadership Council’s (CLC) activity and measure our progress, as we collectively hold ourselves to account.

Click on a priority below to be taken to our Resource Hub. These priorities are co-owned by CO2nstructZero and the Green Construction Board workstreams.

Climate friendly choices
• Carbon & Biodiversity Net Gain measurement.
• Innovative low-carbon materials.



Led by CO2nstructZero.
Buildings
• Housing retrofit & energy efficiency.
• Heat pumps & heat networks.
• Operational energy standards


Led by Green Construction Board.
Productivity driven demand reduction
• End-to-end productivity measurement.
• Minimise construction waste.
• Industrialised construction models.

Led by Green Construction Board.
Investing in nature-based solutions
• Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG).
• Domestic tree planting.


Led by Green Construction Board.
Transport & Plant
• Zero emission vehicles.
• Zero diesel sites.
• Low-carbon NRMM transition.


Led by CO2nstructZero.
Enabling low carbon energy infrastructure
• Delivery of nuclear, heat networks, renewables and batteries.
• Delivery of alternative fuels manufacturing.

Led by CO2nstructZero.

Download the Refreshed Programme & Updated Priorities.

Reporting progress

The CLC produces a sector-level dashboard charting progress towards Net Zero. Regularly published, it inspires businesses to action and helps those outside the industry understand the progress made.

Best practice

Browse our library of case studies, details on our sprint projects, and significant reports/strategies and toolkits.

Get involved

CO2nstructZero is a unique opportunity to highlight and promote any construction company’s commitment to meeting Net Zero. 

Whether you’re a construction business, partner (trade association, related company) or a major client, you can join a movement of over 300 construction organisations publicly committed to making a difference.

Become a Business Champion
For companies of any size in the construction industry.

Join as a Partner

For associated organisations such as those in the supply chain or trade associations.

Make a client commitment

For clients seeking to make a public pledge on carbon.

Quick links:

Zero Diesel Construction
Performance Framework
Best Practice & Resources
Sprint Projects
Get involved
Client Carbon Commitment

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