The European energy sector faces critical challenges in the future; achieving a 50% reduction in CO2 emissions and oil consumption by 2030 is possible through technology and policy measures.
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| Language: | English |
| Publisher: | Panel for the Future of Science and Technology |
| Publication date: | October 15, 2009 |
| Authors: | Alexandro Filippidis, Anders Kofoed-Wiuff, Gy Larsen, Kenneth Karlsson, Sara Moro |
| Time horizon: | 2030 |
| Geographic focus: | European Union, EU27 |
| Page count: | 81 |
The research method used in the report involves scenario building, data analysis, and modeling with the Sustainable Technology Research and Energy Analysis Model (STREAM). The scenarios are quantified for the year 2030, considering various energy mixes, technological potentials, and policy measures. The STREAM model is a bottom-up approach that allows for quick scenario creation and is based on publicly available data.
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The report examines the European energy sector's future challenges, focusing on achieving a 50% reduction in CO2 emissions and oil consumption by 2030. Two main scenarios, Small-tech and Big-tech, are explored, each with distinct approaches to energy production, distribution, and consumption. Small-tech emphasizes distributed generation, renewable energy, and energy savings, while Big-tech relies on centralized solutions like Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) and nuclear power. Both scenarios involve significant changes in the transport sector, increased use of electric vehicles, and a shift away from oil. The report also discusses the economic implications, the role of policy at various levels, and the importance of energy savings, infrastructure development, and technology research.
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Categories: 2009 publication year | 2030 time horizon | 2030s time horizon | EU27 geographic scope | English publication language | carbon capture | co2 emissions | electric vehicles | energy | energy infrastructure | energy savings | energy sector | european union geographic scope | nuclear power | oil consumption | policy measures | renewable energy