Towards a Post-Carbon Society
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| Report location: | source |
| Language: | English |
| Publisher: | climate change, energy transition, economic incentives, social behavior, sustainable development, renewable energy, greenhouse gas emissions, urbanization, energy policy, job creation, European Commission |
| Authors: | European Commission |
Methods
The report explores the shift towards a “Post-carbon society” in Europe, examining the need for new energy forms and climate change adaptation. It emphasizes the role of political initiatives, economic incentives, and social behavior in reducing greenhouse gas emissions and increasing renewable energy use. The report highlights the importance of research in developing sustainable technologies and the need for multidisciplinary solutions that consider technical potential and economic feasibility. It also discusses the EU's leadership in environmental protection and the pursuit of economic growth beyond GDP. The conference proceedings reflect on the scientific evidence of anthropogenic climate change, the urgency of mitigation, the potential for job creation through sustainable development, and the challenges of urbanization and energy policy.
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Key Insights
This report discusses the transition to a “Post-carbon society,” focusing on European research into economic incentives and social behavior to address energy and climate change challenges.
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Additional Viewpoints
Categories: English publication language | climate change | energy | environment | foresight | politics | post-carbon society | resources | social model | urbanization