Decarbonizing the energy matrix and other high-carbon footprint industries is the critical path to minimizing global emissions and achieving the goals of the Paris Agreement. However, reaching net-zero emission will demand a herculean effort, given the technology challenges and the scale of investment demanded. What complementary technologies offer the potential to achieve the scale and economic competitiveness required to make decarbonization a reality at a reasonable cost for society? What are the roles of energy companies, technology firms, infrastructure developers, and governments in this process? What policies are needed to spur investments and accelerate technology development?
S&P Global
Head of Energy Consulting for Americas
Schneider Electric
Chief Strategy & Sustainability Officer and Member of the Schneider Electric Executive Committee
Sempra
Vice President, Development
United States Department of Energy
Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary, Office of Fossil Energy & Carbon Management