Annuals Quote by Nicholas Stern
“Greenhouse gas emissions: Ultimately, stabilisation - at whatever level - requires that annual emissions be brought down to more than 80% below current levels”
About This Quote
Source Report: The Stern Review on the Economics of Climate Change, 2006
Stabilising climate needs cutting emissions dramatically, to over 80% below today’s levels.
In simple terms: Huge emission cuts are needed for climate stability.
Implement deep emission reductions now.
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When to use this quote
- government policy
- corporate strategy
- energy planning
- public advocacy
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What policies can drive rapid emission cuts?
- How to balance economic growth with deep decarbonisation?
Achieving such cuts may face political resistance and economic disruption.