Guidance

UK Net Zero Research and Innovation Framework

This framework sets out key net zero research and innovation challenges for the UK over the next 5 to 10 years.

• From: Department for Energy Security and Net Zero
• Published: 19 October 2021
• Last updated: 30 March 2023
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  1. 30 March 2023

     Added link to new UK net zero research and innovation framework: delivery plan 2022 to 2025.

  2. 19 October 2021

     First published.

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UK Net Zero Research and Innovation Framework

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The Net Zero Research and Innovation Framework is a guide to the research and technologies needed to reach net zero by 2050.

Produced under the guidance of the government’s Net Zero Innovation Board, it identifies the main net zero research and innovation challenges for the UK over the next 5 to 10 years and across key sectors.

The Framework supports an evidence-based programme of public sector research and innovation and provides information for businesses and academics working on net zero related research.

Update: 12 November 2025

We published the UK net zero research and innovation framework delivery plan: progress report 2022 to 2025.