Ainalis, D.; et. al (2021): Net-Zero Solutions and Research Priorities in the 2020s. COP26 Universities Network Briefing

Ainalis, D.; Bardhan, R.; Bell, K.; Cebon, D.; Czerniak, M.; Farmer, J. D.; Fitzgerland, S.; Galkowski, K.; Grimshaw, S.; Harper, G.; Hunt, H.; Jennings, N.; Kehsav, S.; Mackie, E.; Maroto-Valer, M.; Michalopoulou, E.; Reay, D.; Seddon, N.; Smith, S. M.; Smith, T.; Simpson, K.; Stranks, S. D.; Tennyson, E. M.; Uekert, T.; Vera-Morales, M.; Woodcock, J. (2021): Net-Zero Solutions and Research Priorities in the 2020s. COP26 Universities Network Briefing. COP26. UK. Available online at https://www.gla.ac.uk/media/Media_808253_smxx.pdf.

„Key messages:

  • Technological, societal and nature-based solutions should work together to enable systemic change towards a regenerative society, and to deliver net-zero greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions.
  • Prioritise research into efficient, low-carbon and carbon-negative solutions for sectors that are difficult to decarbonise; i.e. energy storage, road transport, shipping, aviation and grid infrastructure.
  • Each solution should be assessed with respect to GHG emissions reductions, energy efficiency and societal implications to provide a basis for developing long-term policies, maximising positive impact of investment and research effort, and guiding industry investors in safe and responsible planning.“

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