Demand-side strategies enable rapid and deep cuts in buildings and transport emissions to 2050

Nature Energy, Published online: 05 February 2025; doi:10.1038/s41560-025-01703-1This analysis shows that demand-side policies can reduce emissions by 51–85% in buildings and 37–91% in transport by 2050, with electrification having the greatest impact. Adopting a mix of strategies offers benefits for the overall energy system.

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Demand-side strategies enable rapid and deep cuts in buildings and transport emissions to 2050

Nature Energy, Published online: 05 February 2025; doi:10.1038/s41560-025-01703-1This analysis shows that demand-side policies can reduce emissions by 51–85% in buildings and 37–91% in transport by 2050, with electrification having the greatest impact. Adopting a mix of strategies offers benefits for the overall energy system.