Net Zero by 2050
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WQ.364/2025
WRITTEN QUESTION TO THE CHIEF MINISTER
BY DEPUTY M.B. ANDREWS OF ST HELIER NORTH QUESTION SUBMITTED ON MONDAY 6th OCTOBER 2025 ANSWER TO BE TABLED ON MONDAY 13th OCTOBER 2025
Question
"Following the adoption of the Carbon Neutral Roadmap (CNR) by the States Assembly in 2022, will the Chief Minister advise whether –
- it is his Government's policy to support the target for the Island to reach net-zero emissions by 2050;
- he or the Council of Ministers has any concerns about the affordability of the transition to net- zero; and
- it his assessment that the target is achievable prior to 2050 and, if not, why not?"
Answer
- It remains the policy of this Government to support the target for Jersey to reach net zero emissions by 2050, in line with the Carbon Neutral Roadmap adopted by the States Assembly in 2022. This target aligns with international commitments, including those of the United Kingdom and other comparable jurisdictions, and reflects our shared responsibility to address the global climate emergency while safeguarding Jersey's environmental and economic interests.
- The Council of Ministers recognises that the transition to net zero must be managed responsibly to ensure that it remains both affordable and fair. This means balancing ambition with fiscal prudence, supporting innovation and decarbonisation while protecting households and businesses from disproportionate costs.
- Achieving net zero before 2050 would depend on several factors, including the pace of technological development, availability of low-carbon infrastructure, and the scale of behavioural and economic change required. While the 2050 target remains the most realistic and deliverable timeframe at present, the Government will keep progress under review. The priority is to make progress towards decarbonisation ensuring that Jersey plays its part in global efforts while maintaining a resilient and prosperous Island economy.