Renewables could meet 86% of power demand by 2050-IRENA Renewables could meet both energy demand and global climate targets-but swift investment and deployment is key

摘要

New analysis from the International Renewable Energy Agency(IRENA)finds that there are pathways to meet 86% of global power demand with renewable energy by 2050.According to IRENA's analysis,energy-related carbon dioxide(C02)emissions would have to decline 70% on current levels by mid-century to meet established climate targets.The agency has found that a large-scale shift to electricity from renewables could deliver 60% of those reductions-and 75% if renewables for heating and transport are factored in.The report focuses on two pathways for the global energy system.Its’reference case’scenario offers a projection based on governments’current plans and climate pledges,while the’REmap case’requires stakeholders to align themselves with the Paris Agreement's 2°C target as soon as possible.