Local authorities have been “hindered by a lack of dedicated funding” in achieving net zero targets according to a report by Key Cities. The network's 27
Key Cities, a national network of 27 UK urban centers, has called on the government to devolve more funding and powers to local areas to enable the transition to net-zero emissions. The report emphasizes the role of local authorities in delivering net-zero and urges the government to provide more long-term devolved funding and powers to local areas.