Scotland's Climate Change Plan
Scotland’s Draft Climate Change Plan includes over 150 actions to ensure that we continue to cut harmful emissions while making sure that everyone benefits – secure energy, new jobs, healthier lifestyles, and cleaner air – in a way that's fair for all.
67% since 1990
Scotland's economy has grown 67% since 1990 while cutting emissions in half – proof we can prosper while protecting our planet. Find out what’s in plan to get Scotland to net zero by 2045.
Benefits for all
Plans to reduce our emissions will deliver billions of pounds in direct benefits to households and businesses between 2026 and 2040.
Help shape the final plan
The Climate Change Plan consultation is open until 29 January 2026. This is your chance to help shape what Scotland will do to reach net zero in a way that works for everyone.
The consultation
Your feedback will be carefully reviewed and used to improve the Climate Change Plan before it's published next year.
We're already making change happen
Change starts with action. In 2023, we became the first UK Government accredited to the Carbon Trust’s Route to Net Zero standard, showing our commitment to reducing emissions and supporting the wider shift towards a more sustainable society. Our Programme for Government also supports action on many fronts:
