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  • Environmental science and policy
  • Energy systems analysis
  • Climate change mitigation

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  • Numerous governments have committed to achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050.
  • Current emissions reductions are significantly lower than projected by energy transition models.
  • This discrepancy arises from the complexity of modeling techno-economic and sociopolitical factors essential for actual emissions reductions.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To address the gap between net-zero ambitions and realized emissions reductions.
  • To introduce a comprehensive analytical framework for assessing national capabilities in energy transitions.
  • To improve the transparency and effectiveness of climate change mitigation strategies.

Main Methods:

  • Proposal of the Emissions-Sustainability-Governance-Operation (ESGO) framework.
  • Structured assessment of national capabilities and realization of net-zero goals.
  • Analysis of net-zero modeling studies for China and the United States to illustrate the ESGO framework's application and the role of energy modeling.

Main Results:

  • The ESGO framework provides a structured approach to evaluate national capacities for achieving net-zero emissions.
  • Energy modeling is a critical component within the ESGO framework but requires enhancement to capture real-world complexities.
  • Case studies of China and the United States highlight the practical application and limitations of current modeling approaches.

Conclusions:

  • Existing energy system models often fall short in realistically assessing the capabilities needed for net-zero transitions.
  • The ESGO framework offers a more holistic approach to understanding and communicating national progress toward climate goals.
  • Recommendations are provided for refining energy system modeling to better support the ESGO framework and facilitate more effective net-zero implementation.