Drawing from our greatest minds to explore practical pathways to net zero readiness.
Are you Net Zero ready?
Each of us has a role to play in the urgent mission for a climate-resilient world. But are we doing enough?
In Australia, where I live and work, the realities of climate change are starkly visible, where more than 10 million hectares (nearly 25 million acres) burned in Australia’s 2019-2020 bushfire season, one of the worst on record. Along with the scorched land, many lives were lost — dozens of people and more than a billion animals. Each of us has a role to play in this urgent mission for a climate-resilient world. But are we doing enough?
As a company that has been laser-focused on our own carbon reduction targets, we understand an organization’s journey to net zero can be complex. After all, it’s multifaceted, with governance, infrastructure and operational aspects coming together.
However, we also know it’s possible to set and deliver emission reduction targets systematically and tactically that will stand the test of time. That’s where my work comes in —collaborating with clients using a customized Net Zero Lab approach, an interactive workshop where we work together to uncover emissions abatement challenges and opportunities.
I find it exciting to both plan and deliver these labs. During a recent workshop for a global technology firm, the organization wanted to act as a catalyst for a broader decarbonized economy. And for another Net Zero Lab for a government transport organization, their focus is on modal shift, land use planning and infrastructure electrification. These organizations’ pathways are different, but their objectives, motivations and targets are broadly similar.
Introducing Net Zero Labs
Setting emission reduction targets is one thing — meeting them is another — and the journey is different for every organization. So we've launched our Net Zero Lab program, where we partner with you to create smart, tangible solutions and outline activities that make your net zero commitments a reality. Our Net Zero Labs are collaborative, interactive workshops that support you on your decarbonization journey.
What is the approach?
First, we recognize every organization is different. We study a company’s specific needs, such as the industry, the nature of operations and the current stage of the decarbonization journey.
We then work to analyze the emissions footprint; key challenges and abatement barriers; enablers and integrators to decarbonization; and possible solutions and pathways to net zero readiness (including technologies, processes, energy solutions and partnerships). Additionally, we provide business case components to advance the company’s agenda.
Backed by expert analysis, we help define targets, develop strategy and roadmaps and program manage outcomes to bring lasting changes in organizational behavior, governance structures, operational arrangements and infrastructure.
Taking the next step
Has this got you thinking about where your company stands? If so, your organization may be ready to take the next steps, based on where you are on your journey.
"The journey of a thousand miles begins with one step."
– Lao Tzu
Not quite ready for net zero but still looking to reduce your emissions footprint significantly?
Start by understanding your emissions footprint and finding out the key barriers and opportunities associated with high-impact emissions reduction. From here, a business case and strategy can be developed that communicates the benefits of decarbonization to your organization.
Still developing your decarbonization strategy but not sure where to start?
Begin by demystifying the complexities of decarbonization, such as identifying tangible short-, medium- and long-term milestones, a roadmap, pathways and solutions for your organization.
Already set your decarbonization targets but not sure how to meet them?
Review the maturity and complexity of your organization’s existing strategy, explore the range of different pathways and solutions available and translate these into a roadmap best suited to your organization. Investigate the best delivery model to implement change on the ground — particularly program management.
Net Zero Labs can help you create a strategic roadmap and pathway to decarbonization and answer the question Are we doing enough? It’s time to reinvent your tomorrow. ■
For more information on how cities can accelerate their transition to #netzero emissions read the latest thought leadership paper from Jacobs - Beyond Carbon - A Holistic Approach to Net Zero Cities.