On the basis of a report by the Comptroller and Auditor General, we took evidence from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ) and the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT) about net zero innovation. We also took evidence from HM Treasury.1

On the basis of a report by the Comptroller and Auditor General, we took evidence from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ) and the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT) about net zero innovation. We also took evidence from HM Treasury.1 Type: conclusion | Number: 1 | Response status: accepted Government response: The government agrees with the Committee’s recommendation. Recommendation implemented As the Prime Minister set out, the transition to net zero must be pragmatic, proportionate and credible, while taking into account that some measures under previous plans would have imposed significant upfront cost