The Kaya identity is a helpful tool that helps to highlight some of the tradeoffs and challenges involved to achieve net zero emissions. The Kaya identity shows that we will require a radical shift in the way we generate, and the way in which we use energy.
Key learning objectives:
What is the Kaya identity?
Using Kaya’s identity, what will happen in a low ambition scenario?
What will need to adjust to achieve a high ambition scenario?