Delivering net zero is one of the country’s largest political and infrastructure challenges. With the right policy decisions, it should help to bring down energy bills. But the costs involved – both upfront and long-term – raise essential fairness questions. Who will bear these costs? How can we ensure that those struggling now aren't left behind? And what role can local authorities play in delivering the just transition?

Gather ideas and inspiration on overcoming non-technical barriers to local climate action, courtesy of the UK100’s Local Power in Action programme

Welcome reforms to local government finance signal a new era for climate leadership, but further steps are needed to unlock green growth.

Grid connection constraints? Now is the time for local authorities to shape the future of regional energy planning

As recently elected councillors continue to settle into their roles following the recent highs and lows of exhausting and exhilarating local and general election campaigns, they'll be looking to make their mark.

I have some advice for national, regional and local politicians alike: don’t sideline climate action in the process of tackling the cost-of-living crisis.

With the general election only three weeks away, the main parties have now published their manifesto plans. While climate change has not been a central focus of the campaign, it presents a significant economic opportunity that the UK cannot afford to ignore.