Decarbonization

Decarbonisation is the process of reducing the amount of carbon dioxide (CO2) and other greenhouse gases (GHGs) released into the atmosphere, primarily through the transition to low-carbon energy sources and the reduction of carbon emissions across various sectors. The goal of decarbonisation is to achieve a low-carbon economy and mitigate the impacts of climate change by limiting global warming to well below 2°C above pre-industrial levels and pursuing efforts to limit it to 1.5°C

Key Regulatory Actions

  1. European Climate Law: The European Union has committed to carbon neutrality by 2050 and raised the emissions reduction objective for 2030 from 40% to 55%.
  2. Fit-for-55 Package: The EU is developing a legislative package to review and reform existing energy and climate regulations.
  3. Next Generation EU Funds: The EU has approved funds to support the recovery and implementation of climate measures

Key Challenges

  1. Electrification: The integration of renewable energy sources into the grid and the electrification of end uses are critical for efficient decarbonisation.
  2. Cost and Competitiveness: Decarbonisation requires significant investment and can be costly, especially for sectors where electrification is not competitive.
  3. Global Cooperation: Decarbonisation efforts require international cooperation and coordination to achieve the ambitious targets set by the Paris Agreement

Key Benefits

  1. Economic Growth: Decarbonisation can drive economic growth through the development of green technologies and sustainable industries.
  2. Job Creation: The transition to a low-carbon economy can create new job opportunities in the renewable energy sector.
  3. Environmental Protection: Decarbonisation helps protect the environment by reducing the concentration of GHGs and mitigating the impacts of climate change

Decarbonization