The UK has set a target to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by at least 80% by 2050, with an interim goal of 57% by 2030. This is in line with the Climate Change Act 2008.
The UK government has announced plans to cut carbon emissions to net zero by 2050, with a focus on reducing emissions from transport, industry, and buildings by 2030.
Research from the University of Oxford suggests that the UK is on track to meet its 2030 carbon emissions reduction goal, but more needs to be done to address emissions from agriculture and land use.
Analysis by Carbon Brief suggests that the UK's 2030 carbon emissions reduction goal is achievable, but will require significant reductions in emissions from the power sector and industry.
The European Union has welcomed the UK's commitment to reducing carbon emissions by 2030, and is working with the UK to develop a framework for achieving this goal.
The C40 Cities Climate Leadership Group has developed a tool to help local authorities in the UK reduce carbon emissions and meet the 2030 reduction goal.
This video explains the UK's 2030 carbon emissions reduction goal and how it will be achieved, featuring interviews with experts and policymakers.
The UK Climate Change Committee has published a report on progress towards the 2030 carbon emissions reduction goal, highlighting areas of success and challenges that need to be addressed.