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Net Zero borough by 2042

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Barnet Council has set a target to become a net-zero borough by 2042.

Barnet Council set a target to become a net-zero borough by 2042, following a decision at a Council meeting on 8 July 2025. A motion introduced by Councillor Mittra led to this commitment, which aims to tackle climate change.

The motion also referenced an assessment from September 2021, which had indicated that Barnet Council lacked a comprehensive plan to address climate change at that time. No further discussions or decisions on this topic are currently scheduled.

Key facts

  1. Barnet Council set a target to become a net-zero borough by 2042. Source
  2. The decision was made at a Council meeting on 8 July 2025. Source
  3. Councillor Mittra introduced the motion for the net-zero target. Source
  4. An assessment in September 2021 indicated the council lacked a comprehensive climate plan. Source
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