28. “The use of renewable energy is often associated
with co-benefits, including the reduction of air
pollution, local employment opportunities, fewer
severe accidents compared to some other energy
supply technologies, as well as improved energy
access and security.” (IPCC, 2014)
30. 1. Head for zero emissions, starting now
• There is no safe level of greenhouse gas
pollution. Eventually, emissions must be
brought to zero.
• First priority is to stop emissions growth
within a few years and get them to a rapidly
declining trend.
• The costs of action will be moderate, while
the costs of inaction would be unthinkable.