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“Greenhouse gas emissions: Ultimately, stabilisation - at whatever level - requires that annual emissions be brought down to more than 80% below current levels” quote by Nicholas Stern
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“Greenhouse gas emissions: Ultimately, stabilisation - at whatever level - requires that annual emissions be brought down to more than 80% below current levels”

Nicholas Stern

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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.

Key Takeaway

Implement deep emission reductions now.

Themes

climate change policy economics environment sustainability

Mood

urgent serious determined

Type

analytical policy

When to use this quote

  • government policy
  • corporate strategy
  • energy planning
  • public advocacy

Key Concepts

carbon cycle externalities risk assessment

Questions to Reflect On

  • What policies can drive rapid emission cuts?
  • How to balance economic growth with deep decarbonisation?
A Different Perspective

Achieving such cuts may face political resistance and economic disruption.

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