Net Zero Innovation Adoption case studies

Accelerating the journey to Net Zero

The UK has committed to an ambitious target to reach net zero by 2050. As the race to net zero intensifies, Innovate UK’s Adopt & Accelerate programme is dedicated to supporting organisations on their journey to a more sustainable future.

We equip UK businesses with the skills and knowledge to advance the adoption of net zero technologies and solutions, and drive their diffusion across sectors and industries. By supporting partnerships and accelerating innovation, we aim to build a future that is socially responsible, sustainable and resilient to the impacts of climate change.

The diffusion of innovation is a key factor in scaling the impact of net-zero solutions, and sharing examples of effective collaboration allows us to learn from what works, adopt best practices and inspire further action across industries and communities.

Case studies at a glance

This case study resource brings together a collection of the pioneering projects, collaborations and innovators that we have supported, engaged with and gathered from our programme’s workshops, events and Net Zero Catalyst Fund Innovation Exchange (iX) competition, all of whom are working to advance place-based decarbonisation efforts across the UK.

We have had the privilege of understanding first-hand how these initiatives are leading the way towards a more sustainable future. These partnerships demonstrate the transformative power of collaboration – where innovation, the sharing of expertise, and a commitment to sustainability intersect.

This resource summarises case studies in the following sectors:

• Agriculture and Food Systems
• Buildings and Infrastructure
• Energy
• Industry
• Materials
• Transport

By shining a light on these projects, we hope to inspire and empower others to take action, driving further innovation and collective progress towards a net zero future.