Synergies between renewable energy and energy efficiency
This working paper considers how renewables and energy efficiency can work together to contribute to global energy decarbonisation by 2050. It also looks and how this synergy affects energy system and technology cost, and the effect it has on air pollution and avoidance of adverse health effects caused by these pollutants.
- August 2017
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- Energy Transition, Benefits
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- English
Accelerating the Energy Transition through Innovation
Technological breakthroughs are needed to reduce carbon emissions in the energy sector. This working paper examines the basic conditions required to nurture innovation and produce new technologies for a low-carbon future.
- June 2017
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- Energy Transition, Innovation
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- English
Renewable Energy Prospects for India (REmap working paper)
This working paper provides a perspective on the changes needed for India to further accelerate the adoption of renewables, and achieve an affordable, secure, inclusive and environmentally friendly energy system that can address expanding energy demand and socio-economic needs.
- May 2017
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- Energy Transition
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- English
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- India
Renewable Energy Prospects for the Russian Federation (REmap working paper)
The Russian Federation has set out to increase and diversify its use of renewables, particularly for power generation. Under current plans and policies, renewables would reach nearly 5% of total final energy consumption by 2030.
- April 2017
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- Energy Transition
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- English, Russian
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- Russian Federation
Bioethanol in Africa: A Case for Technology Transfer and South-South Cooperation
Sustainable biofuels have an important role to play in Africa’s development. Sugarcane bioethanol is currently the most cost-effective commercial biofuel and has the highest energy balance.
- October 2016
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- English