Abstract
Pakistan's energy and electricity sector has not performed well over the years due to improper planning, policy formulation, and implementation. Due to this, a large amount of greenhouse gases is being emitted by Pakistan, which harms the environment in our area. To follow the Paris Climate Agreement goals to limit the increase below 2oC by 2100, many developing countries in aim for achieving net-zero emissions target and sustainability, are facing several economical and technical challenges. Therefore, energy planning based on demand, consumption, supply, and cost must be created to meet a nation's emissions reduction target and to ensure a sustainable energy future. To achieve this purpose in Pakistan, the study works on energy modelling, which by integrating into energy policies, net-zero emissions along with other co-benefits in terms of energy security and cost can be achieved. The study finds that in the WEM (With Existing Measures) scenario involving energy efficient technology, emissions are projected to be reduced by 16.2% from the reference value by 2040. While in the WAM (With Additional Measures) scenario involving renewable energy technology, emissions would be reduced by 75% to 85%, which is considered as ‘Net-zero’. The WEM scenario performs well due to energy efficient technology, which results in less emissions than the reference scenario, while also improving energy security and cost. Whereas WAM scenario produces the least emissions of the three scenarios due to the involvement of around 80% energy from renewable technology. It is expected that this study’s outcomes will be useful to help energy policy makers in following feasible socio-economic pathways to cut greenhouse gas emissions in achieving the net-zero emissions aim, enhancing energy security, and energy equity for sustainable energy future.
Original language | English |
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Publication status | Unpublished - 8 Dec 2024 |
Event | 3rd IAEE MENA Conference: Domestic Energy & Economic Transformations in a Transitioning World - APEX Convention Center, KAPSARC, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia Duration: 8 Dec 2024 → 10 Dec 2024 https://www.kapsarc.org/about-iaee-mena-conference/ |
Conference
Conference | 3rd IAEE MENA Conference |
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Country/Territory | Saudi Arabia |
City | Riyadh, |
Period | 8/12/24 → 10/12/24 |
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Keywords
- Net-zero emissions
- Energy security
- Energy cost
- Energy equity
- Low Emissions Analysis Platform
- LEAP