DIRECTORY ENTRY: Committee on Climate Change (CCC)

The Committee on Climate Change (CCC) is an independent body established under the Climate Change Act to advise the Government on emissions targets, and to report to Parliament on progress made in reducing greenhouse gas emissions.

The CCC’s Priorities

• Provide independent advice to Government on setting and meeting carbon budgets and targets.
• Monitor progress in reducing emissions and achieving carbon budgets.
• Conduct independent research and analysis into climate change.
• Engage with  representatives interested in climate change from across the UK in order to share research and information on climate change and gain input into our analysis.