Decision making on regional energy transition. Models, tools and approaches
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Since the industrial revolution we have relied heavily on fossil fuels as feedstock and energy source. A major drawback in using fossil fuels is the emission of anthropogenic greenhouse gases. Deep reductions in these greenhouse gas emissions are needed if climate change is to be limited to 1.5-2°C above pre-industrial levels. These reductions will require a drastic transformation of the energy system as indicated by scenario studies which have evaluated possible roadmaps for this transformation. There is no straightforward solution to make a transition from a fossil-driven energy system to one based on renewables. There are many technological options to consider and which options work best depends to a great extent on local and regional circumstances. Therefore, it is increasingly recognized that the energy transition will take place at the local and regional level. This is where major decisions will have to be made.
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TNO Identifier
873187
Publisher
TNO
Place of publication
Den Haag