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Walter Leal Filho1, Tarek Ben Hassen2, Newton Matandirotya3
1Hamburg University of Applied Sciences, Research and Transfer Centre "Sustainable Development and Climate Change Management", Ulmenliet 20, D-21033 Hamburg, Germany; WSB Merito University, Wroclaw, Poland; School of Science and the Environment. Manchester Metropolitan University. All Saints Building. Oxford Road. Manchester M15 6BH. UK.
The Science of the Total Environment
|April 16, 2025
Summary
Decarbonisation strategies are vital for climate change mitigation but face challenges in developing nations. Success requires political will, resources, technology, and international cooperation for sustainable development.
Area of Science:
- Environmental Science
- Sustainable Development
- Climate Change Policy
Background:
- Decarbonisation is essential for mitigating climate change and achieving sustainable development goals.
- Developing countries face significant hurdles in implementing decarbonisation strategies, including resource limitations and institutional barriers.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide a comprehensive overview of global decarbonisation efforts and their impacts.
- To examine decarbonisation initiatives through case studies in both industrialised and developing nations.
- To identify critical success factors for decarbonisation in developing countries.
Main Methods:
- Extensive literature review of research, reports, and case studies on decarbonisation.
- Detailed examination of decarbonisation initiatives and trends.
- Comparative case study analysis from seven industrialised and six developing countries.
Main Results:
- Decarbonisation efforts vary significantly across industrialised and developing countries.
- Key enablers for successful decarbonisation in developing nations include political commitment, financial investment, technological advancement, and public acceptance.
- International collaboration and capacity building are crucial for effective implementation.
Conclusions:
- Successful decarbonisation in developing countries necessitates tailored strategies that align with socio-economic objectives.
- Addressing resource constraints and institutional barriers is paramount for effective climate action.
- International cooperation and targeted capacity-building initiatives are vital for accelerating global decarbonisation efforts and achieving sustainable development.
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