How can the public sector lead the UK’s net zero transition while navigating budget pressures, policy shifts, and delivery expectations?

With over 300 local authorities having declared a climate emergency, and the public sector responsible for around 9% of UK greenhouse gas emissions, the urgency to decarbonise public buildings, estates, transport, and services has never been greater. From retrofitting housing stock and upgrading NHS estates to electrifying transport fleets and embedding net zero into procurement, the challenge is significant. Despite ambitious government targets — including achieving a net zero public estate by 2050 — many organisations still face barriers such as limited funding, skills shortages, and a complex policy landscape.

The Decarbonising the Public Sector Show and Exhibition, organised by the Institute of Government & Public Policy, brings together senior leaders, influencers, and practitioners from central government, local authorities, the NHS, academia, and housing associations. The event focuses on decarbonisation delivery in practice, moving beyond policy to explore real-world solutions, lessons learned, and innovative approaches.

Designed with practicality at its core, the programme gives delegates hands-on insights they can take back to their organisations. Through detailed case studies, expert keynotes, and interactive discussions, attendees will see exactly how public sector organisations are delivering measurable carbon reductions, overcoming funding and operational challenges, embedding carbon literacy, and driving cultural change. Sessions on digital transformation, green procurement, energy efficiency, transport decarbonisation, and operational skills provide clear examples, tools, and strategies that can be applied immediately.

Join us to see how the public sector is turning ambition into action, and gain the practical guidance, connections, and inspiration needed to accelerate decarbonisation in your organisation while maintaining value, equity, and impact.