What would a Net Zero society look like by 2050?

A commentary for the Academy of Social Sciences about what a Net Zero society might look like by 2050, based on work with the Government Office for Science and the Department for BEIS.

Renewable, Atmosphere, Environment and Clouds by Thomas Richter

Dr Maria Sharmina has written a commentary for the Academy of Social Sciences about what a Net Zero society might look like by 2050, based on her work with the Government Office for Science and the Department for BEIS.

In this piece Maria describes some of the possible models of societal change that could help us meet targets to reduce emissions, exploring the pros and cons of each.

The commentary also explores the need to address issues around energy demand as well as supply, and the importance of prioritising non-technological measures as well as technological solutions. You can read the piece here.