We look at how government delivers its climate objectives. This includes how departments design and implement policies in areas like energy, housing and transport, the role of the Treasury and the tax system in supporting the transition, and how the centre can chase progress and keep us on track.
We have examined how parliament can scrutinise net zero, the role of local government and metro mayors, and how government can provide businesses with the certainty they need to make green investments.
Clean power by 2030: How could a Labour government achieve its mission for power sector decarbonisation?
Labour's plans are ambitious. But setting ambitious targets in opposition is easy: achieving them in government is the real test.
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Recent events
How can the government accelerate its clean power mission?
An expert panel discussed the potential pitfalls to achieving Labour's clean power commitments.
Government 2025: IfG's annual conference
The IfG brought together influential speakers and experts to explore the key questions for government in 2025.
How can the government effectively roll out EV charging infrastructure?
Lilian Greenwood MP joined our panel to discuss how the new government can speed up delivery of EV charging infrastructure.
IfG at the Conservative Party Conference 2024
A series of fringe events on industrial strategy, devolution, public services, net zero and more.
Net zero: how government can meet its climate change target
Meeting the UK's 2050 target will require transformations in every sector of the UK economy, sustained investment over three decades and substantial changes to everyone’s lives.
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