Reset Connect was a welcome reminder that the solutions to achieve Net Zero are no longer on the horizon—they are here. Mature technologies, tested strategies and proven delivery models are available now. For businesses, the challenge has shifted from discovery to action. The task is choosing the right combination of partners, platforms and implementation routes to make progress fast and at scale.
Beneath every credible Net Zero journey lies one critical component: carbon accounting. Without accurate and transparent measurement, even the most well-intentioned sustainability plans risk falling short. That’s why our workshop at Reset Connect focused on the current state and future direction of emissions data. I was joined by Emilien Hoet to introduce the Carbon Accounting Alliance (CAA) Wiki, highlighting in particular our work on the Emission Factor Database—an open, volunteer-driven resource that supports carbon accountants with clarity on available emissions factors.
Our work was well complemented by the second half of the session, where Mike Berners-Lee, George Sandilands and Charlotte Westney introduced the “Carbon Commons” initiative. Their mission aligns closely with ours: to make emissions data more accurate, consistent and openly shared. Both projects recognise that better carbon accounting leads to better climate action. The more we collaborate and pool resources, the greater the collective impact.
What stood out most was the level of engagement in the room. From thoughtful questions to constructive conversations, it was clear that this is a community ready to lead. Professionals across sectors are not only aware of the urgency but are eager to contribute to meaningful solutions. We left the event energised by the shared sense of purpose and the potential for practical progress through open collaboration.
Reset Connect showed that the Net Zero transition is no longer limited by tools or technology. The real driver of progress now is the quality of data, the transparency of accounting and the willingness to collaborate across organisations and initiatives. Through efforts like the CAA Wiki and Carbon Commons, we are building a stronger foundation for action.
Thanks to Andrew Griffiths and everyone who made the event such a success. Let’s keep pushing forward.