net zero

American  

[net zeer-oh] / ˈnɛt ˈzɪər oʊ /

noun

1. the condition of producing no more greenhouse gas emissions than are removed, reabsorbed, or offset.

   Our goal is net zero even if that is not yet precisely attainable.

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adjective

1. Also net-zero relating to, producing, or resulting in no overall increase in negative environmental impacts, such as energy consumption, greenhouse gas emission, or water use.

   The possibility of achieving net zero emissions by 2050 remains affected by many uncertainties.

   Net-zero apartment buildings have become highly desirable in urban settings.

   Attracting investors is a major incentive for adopting a net-zero business model.

Etymology

Origin of net zero

First recorded in 1985–90

Example Sentences

Meanwhile, the EU says CCS is necessary to achieve the goal of "net zero" emissions by 2050.

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The hospital is set to become the first fully net zero hospital in the country when it opens its new facility in 2031.

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They are widely seen as the best way of cutting emissions of carbon dioxide and helping to achieve net zero goals.

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The Department for Energy Security and Net Zero said it was "categorically untrue there are widespread health and safety risks".

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The Department for Energy Security and Net Zero said it expected a very small number of people to need help funding their repairs.

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