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London Futurists
The global energy transition: an optimistic assessment, with Amory Lovins
Dec 16, 2024
Amory Lovins, a distinguished environmental scientist and co-founder of RMI, provides an optimistic outlook on energy transitions. He discusses the pivotal role of political leadership and local initiatives in driving renewable energy. Lovins highlights the often-overlooked importance of energy efficiency in decarbonization efforts, disputing the media's focus on renewables. He also examines the misconceptions surrounding nuclear energy, promoting a diversified approach to renewable sources. The conversation is packed with innovative strategies for maximizing energy efficiency.
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- The shift to renewable energy is accelerating rapidly, with over 90% of new global electric capacity now being renewable, highlighting significant progress.
- Energy efficiency has been a major contributor to decarbonization, accounting for half of carbon emission reductions, necessitating greater recognition and focus.
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The Shift to Renewable Energy
Significant progress has been made in the shift from fossil fuels to renewable energy sources, with over 90% of new electric capacity installed worldwide being renewable. In the United States, energy use per dollar of GDP has been reduced by about two-thirds, indicating a strong trend towards increased efficiency. An extraordinary achievement in solar energy is highlighted, with nearly 600 billion watts of new solar capacity expected to be installed within the year. This immense growth is driving down costs, making renewable solutions more economically viable for everyone, even in unconventional applications such as construction materials.
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