Given that entities within the vehicle accident repair industry are at different stages of familiarity and achievement along the path to carbon neutrality and net zero, a series of steps toward capability and maturity is suggested, allowing all to join the endeavour.

When it comes to investment, there are measurable opportunities in the industry for energy reduction with some case studies showing significant saving related to the use of paint and spray ovens. Further opportunities include reducing the sector's environmental impact, engagement with stakeholders, suppliers, and staff, marketing opportunities, new customer market, new business tenders, and protection against future taxation.

The main objective is to provide a transitional pathway to a consistent, measured, and robust approach to carbon reduction.

Opportunity outweighs the risk of inaction.