Glimmer of Hope in Addressing Climate Change with the Net-Zero Scenario
Tuesday, 4 May 2021

Category

Insight

Author

Annisa Sekar Larasati, Beni Suryadi, Raisha Verniastika and Zulfikar Yurnaidi

Key Points

  • If the world is to meet the limit global warming to below 2°C, and ideally 1.5 degrees C, it must reach net-zero carbon emissions, on average, by 2050.
  • Southeast Asian policymakers are racing to accelerate the adoption of EVs as a step towards creating an EV manufacturing hub.
  • The uptake of alternative energy sources is key to reducing each AMS’ reliance on fossil fuels and meeting its Paris Climate Accord obligations.
  • In order to attain a climate-friendly economy or “green economy” for every AMS it is necessary to foster fruitful dialogues between AMS and external parties.

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