Scientifically underpinned carbon measurement is critical to achieving all of these.
The Centre for Carbon Measurement at NPL will provide reliable climate data on which to base policies; support international regulations and voluntary schemes for carbon trading and monitoring; and help to develop and measure the performance of low-carbon technologies.
The type of projects already in the pipeline for include: reducing uncertainties in climate data; providing technical input to guidance for companies reporting climate impact; detecting and quantifying leaks from Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) demonstrators; and providing a scientifically robust framework for estimating carbon savings from smart grids and large-scale building energy efficiency projects.
Jane Burston (pictured) will lead the Centre and was recently selected as a Young Global Leader by the World Economic Forum. After receiving the award, Jane said: "Key to our success is demonstrating to the right people how carbon measurement can improve business practices, promote low carbon innovation and support mitigation and adaptation to climate change - including agreeing global targets and standards."
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