Overview
Net-zero emissions targets represent commitments to balance greenhouse gas emissions with removals, effectively achieving zero net output. Over 140 countries and thousands of companies have pledged net-zero targets, primarily by 2050. Achieving net-zero requires massive transformation across energy, transportation, industry, and land use. It drives investment in renewable energy, efficiency improvements, carbon capture, and nature-based solutions. The transition creates enormous economic opportunities while requiring careful management of social impacts on workers and communities.
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net zeroclimate targetsdecarbonizationParis Agreement
Economic Impact
High Impact
Driving $130T+ in cumulative clean energy investment needed by 2050.
Emerged
2015
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Policy
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Technology
Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS)
Technologies that capture CO2 emissions and store them underground.