Net Zero
Councils are integrating Net Zero commitments into strategic plans and housing investments, alongside debates on climate change adaptation.
Councils are currently integrating Net Zero commitments into strategic planning and significant investments. Greenwich councillors debated climate change adaptation and resilience in September 2026, proposing higher priority for these measures. Tower Hamlets Council approved a £609 million Housing Asset Management Strategy in March 2026, which includes meeting Net Zero commitments for its housing stock. Redbridge Council's Cabinet approved a new Climate Change Strategy in February 2026, aiming for net zero by 2040 with 138 actions.
Investment in decarbonisation projects is also a key focus. Islington Council is advancing a £4 billion climate action programme, reviewed in March 2026, and attracted private investment for its low-carbon heat networks, aiming for £180 million for the South Islington network. Kingston Pension Fund updated its Responsible Investment Policy in March 2026, allocating 10% to impact investments with environmental outcomes. Westminster City Council is overhauling its licensing policy, due by October 2026, to contribute to Net Zero targets.
Ongoing efforts include specific infrastructure projects and monitoring. Brent Council's Cabinet approved the installation of nearly 2,000 new electric vehicle charging points in July 2025 to tackle climate change. Kensington and Chelsea Council considered making the Notting Dale Heat Network Ltd dormant in November 2025. Sutton's progress towards net zero goals was highlighted in November 2025, and Alexandra Palace is pursuing its net zero goal with a Zero Carbon Accelerator partnership, reviewed in September 2025.
Key facts
- Greenwich councillors debated climate change adaptation and resilience in September 2026. Source
- Tower Hamlets Council approved a £609 million Housing Asset Management Strategy in March 2026, including Net Zero commitments. Source
- Islington Council has a £4 billion climate action programme pipeline for net zero targets. Source
- Redbridge Council's Cabinet approved a Climate Change Strategy in February 2026, aiming for net zero by 2040. Source
- Brent Council's Cabinet approved installing nearly 2,000 new EV charging points in July 2025. Source
About this summary
This summary was written automatically from our published stories and the council meeting records they draw on, with background from Wikipedia. It describes what councils have discussed and decided; it does not take a view on any decision. Each key fact links to the story it comes from. Updated 30 September 2026. Spotted a mistake? Email community@opencouncil.network.