Discover the roadmap to achieving net zero carbon built environments in Australia. The research paper lays the critical principles, targets, and pathways needed for a sustainable future. Balancing operational and embodied carbon considerations, the proposed approach aims for all new buildings and major renovations to achieve net zero operational carbon by 2030, with a phased reduction in embodied carbon quotas leading to net zero by 2040. The comprehensive strategy includes comparing and combining operational and embodied data, ensuring a holistic understanding of carbon emissions.