Climate Assembly UK, the first UK-wide citizens’ assembly on climate change, has published its final report. The report contains over 50 coherent, achievable recommendations for how the UK should go about reaching its legally binding net zero emissions by 2050 target. Produced by a representative cross-section of society, the report gives a unique insight into the public’s preferences, priorities and values when it comes to tackling climate change.
The Business Energy and Industrial Strategy Secretary, Alok Sharma, spoke at the launch of the report. He acknowledged the value of working with a dedicated group of citizens on the issue and said its recommendations would be carefully examined and inform the government’s approach.
In leading to such a comprehensive and practical series of proposals, the experience of Climate Assembly UK adds to the evidence for the efficacy and value of public deliberation and citizens’ assemblies.
The inspiring report launch, which featured participants, the Chairs of the commissioning select committees and the BEIS Secretary, is worth catching up on in full online. There is also a shorter, executive summary of the report that can be found here.