Green Growth and Decarbonization of Energy Systems in a Changing World aims to show how the transition to a low-carbon society through the decarbonization of energy systems can bring social and economic benefits and foster countries’ economic competitiveness. It notably evaluates the inter-linkages between decarbonization and Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and emphasizes the need for carbon pricing and climate finance. Additionally, it advocates for ambitious industrial policies to accompany energy-intensive companies in the low-carbon transition and takes example in several successful cases of decarbonization around the world.
This policy report was developed based on submissions from LCS-RNet research members, presented during the 9th Conference of the International Research Network For Low-Carbon Societies (LCS-RNet), which took place on 12 and 13 September 2017 at Warwick University, United Kingdom.
The International Journal on Green Growth and Development is an effort to stir a debate around emerging “green” concepts and development.
Due to high carbon emission in production and low carbon emission in consumption, China is facing a severe test in economic development and carbon emission control.
The Low Carbon Society Blueprint for Iskandar Malaysia 2025 presents comprehensive climate change mitigation policies, inlcuding low carbon society actions and sub-actions, and detailed strategies including measures and programs to guide the development of Iskandar Malaysia towards achieving its
This year, for the first time ever, nearly all of the world’s countries are making pledges to help limit future climate change. As of 1 October 2015, 147 countries (representing about 85% of global emissions) have submitted their Intended Nationally Determined Contributions.