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Net-zero solutions and research priorities in the 2020s

D. Ainalis, Ronita Bardhan, Keith Bell, David Cebon, Mike Czerniak, J. Doyne Farmer, Shaun Fitzgerland, Krzysztof Galkowski, Samuel Grimshaw, Gavin D. J. Harper, H. Hunt, N. Jennings, S. Keshav, E. Mackie, M. Maroto-Valer, Eleni Michalopoulou, D. Reay, N. Seddon, S. Smith, T. Smith, K. Simpson, S.D. Stranks, E.M. Tennyson, T. Uekert, María Vera-Morales, James Woodcock

Key messages • Technological, societal and nature-based solutions should work together to enable systemic change towards a regenerative society, and to deliver net-zero greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. • Prioritise research into efficient, low-carbon and carbon-negative solutions for sectors that are difficult to decarbonise; i.e. energy storage, road transport, shipping, aviation and grid infrastructure. • Each solution should be assessed with respect to GHG emissions reductions, energy efficiency and societal implications to provide a basis for developing long-term policies, maximising positive impact of investment and research effort, and guiding industry investors in safe and responsible planning.
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