Global engineering and sustainable development consultancy Arup and the Open Data Institute have renewed their strategic net zero data-sharing partnership for a further three years.
Now entering its 11th year, the collaboration will continue to develop the ODI’s roadmap for the progression of net zero data infrastructure and strategies that link sustainability, business and data agendas.
In 2023, the partnership published a landmark report, Exploring Net Zero Strategies in the Built Environment.
In the next phase, Arup and the ODI will look to help simplify and accelerate the flow of information across the value chain, unlocking further knowledge sharing, innovation and productivity throughout the sector.
The organisations are inviting those involved in net zero data sharing across the built environment to connect and collaborate.
Josh D’Addario, project lead and principal consultant at the Open Data Institute, said: We know there are already a number of data-sharing initiatives in the built environment working to reduce carbon emissions, including the Open Climate Data Initiative (OCDI) and Open Net Zero. The ODI is not setting out to create another one. Instead, we are pledging to help connect existing initiatives through dedicated engagement, convening and, where needed, developing new data-sharing infrastructure.”
Facilitating greater net zero data sharing in the built environment
Sir Nigel Shadbolt, founder and executive chair of the Open Data Institute, said: “Working in trusted partnerships over many years allows the ODI the opportunity to create real impact in priority sectors. We are delighted to continue our relationship with our colleagues at Arup and to embark on the next phase of exciting – and important – work with them.
“We have seen how committed coalitions can achieve real change. We look forward to seeing how our work with Arup will help to facilitate greater sharing of net zero data in the built environment sector and lead to innovation, collaboration and, ultimately, climate change solutions.”
Jim Johnson, director at Arup, added: “Arup and the ODI have enjoyed a long partnership since its inception in 2013. As the significance of data and data sharing continues to accelerate, we look forward to focusing on the solutions of climate change through net zero data approaches in this next phase of collaboration and partnership. Dedicated to the same goals, we have a great foundation to continue to drive progress in the space.”
