ZCOP Property Owner & Tenant Net Zero Workshop

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The Zero Carbon Oxfordshire Partnership (ZCOP) is dedicated to supporting the county’s journey toward net-zero emissions. While many businesses are owned and occupied by a single entity, a significant portion of commercial properties in Oxfordshire are leased. For both property owners and tenants, lease agreements can sometimes present barriers to implementing energy efficiency and carbon […]

Zero Carbon Oxfordshire Partnership is recruiting for a Chair

The Zero Carbon Oxfordshire Partnership is seeking a Steering Group Chair to provide leadership as it works to mobilise partners and communities to achieving a net zero and climate resilient Oxfordshire. Oxfordshire is one of the leading counties in the UK in setting ambitious climate change targets and delivery. This is an exciting opportunity to […]

Zero Carbon Oxfordshire Partnership Expands to Tackle County-wide Carbon Emissions

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The Zero Carbon Oxford Partnership (ZCOP) is expanding to become the Zero Carbon Oxfordshire Partnership, extending its efforts to address carbon emissions across the county. Since its launch in 2021, ZCOP has successfully united businesses and organisations in Oxford, working towards a net-zero target by 2040 and securing over £1.2 million in funding for sustainable […]

Zero Carbon Oxfordshire: 2024/25 Annual Report Released

The Zero Carbon Oxfordshire Partnership is proud to announce the release of its 2024/25 Annual Report, which has been reviewed and signed off by its Steering Group in early March. The report showcases the progress made over the past year toward Oxfordshire’s net-zero goals, highlighting key initiatives, collaborative efforts, and the tangible impact of partnership-driven […]

A House Like Mine: Supporting Energy Efficiency in Oxford Homes​

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Oxford City Council, in partnership with Cosy Homes Oxfordshire and Low Carbon Hub, has launched A House Like Mine – a new initiative designed to support homeowners and landlords in improving the energy efficiency of their properties. The project features 12 case studies of different house types across Oxford, illustrating how a range of households can […]

Oxford awarded £265,000 to develop industrial net zero roadmap

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Oxford City Council, on behalf of the Zero Carbon Oxford Partnership, has been awarded £265,032 from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero. The funding will be used to develop an in-depth plan, outlining how industry can decarbonise in line with the city’s net zero ambitions. Oxford has a goal to achieve net zero […]

Council launches retrofitting campaign #OxfordNeedsNetZero

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Oxford City Council has launched a new resource as part of a campaign to encourage residents to find out more about retrofitting their homes – #OxfordNeedsNetZero. Retrofitting is the process of making changes to your property, such as installing heat pumps, solar panels, loft insulation, wall insulation, and more – all of which can help […]

Zero Carbon Oxford Summit

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On Thursday 4 February 2021, leaders of Oxford’s major businesses and organisations attended the virtual Zero Carbon Oxford Summit. The Summit, which was coordinated by Oxford City Council, saw the group of 21 leaders from the city’s universities, institutions and large businesses sign the Zero Carbon Oxford Charter – marking their support for working to […]