Decarbonization refers to carbon-free sources of energy ultimately taking over from, and eliminating the need for, carbon handling and storage.
Although decarbonization and energy de-intensification are responsible for relative reductions in energy emissions, they are not enough to offset the absolute emissions increases and projected emissions associated with the world's energy needs, especially those required for further economic development.
The Deep Decarbonization Pathways Project (DDPP) will prepare practical national deep decarbonization pathways to 2050, consistent with the 2°C target associated with the Copenhagen Accord of 2009. This will help participating countries identify their own cost-effective transition path to a low carbon future.
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