What is Decarbonisation?
The process of reducing carbon dioxide emissions from energy systems, industrial processes, and other activities. Decarbonisation strategies include energy efficiency, electrification, renewable energy, and process changes.
Why it matters
Decarbonisation is the practical work behind any net zero or carbon reduction commitment. Identifying the right actions, in the right order, determines whether targets are achievable. It also unlocks operational savings through reduced energy and fuel costs.
Example
A manufacturing SME creates a decarbonisation roadmap: year one replaces gas heating with air-source heat pumps, year two switches to a renewable electricity tariff, and year three begins supplier engagement on packaging materials.
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