In this paper, an economy-wide, net-zero pathway that enables Saudi Arabia to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2060 is investigated, with a specific focus on the critical role played by the building sector. An exploration is undertaken of the significance of energy efficiency measures, the circular carbon economy framework and the Saudi Energy Efficiency Center’s instrumental contributions in reducing energy demand and GHG emissions within the building sector. An integrated assessment modeling approach is used in this study to provide a comprehensive view of the long-term impacts of these measures. The findings underscore that by 2060, economic growth and population increase will necessitate the doubling of floor space in Saudi Arabia. Continuing the air conditioning labeling program could yield annual savings of up to 80 TWh.
Associate Puneet is an Associate in the Climate and Sustainability program. Currently, he is working on scenario analysis and deep decarbonization… Puneet is an Associate in the Climate and Sustainability program. Currently, he is working on scenario analysis and deep decarbonization pathways under the Climate Change Adaptation and Mitigation Partnership (CAMP) project at KAPSARC. Before joining KAPSARC, he worked with Council on Energy, Environment and Water in India where he co-developed the tailored version of Global Change Analysis Model for India (GCAM-India). Prior to CEEW, he has worked with Brookings Institution (India Center) where he co-edited an anthology on the coal sector in India. Across the 18 chapters, drawing from leading experts in the field, the book examines all aspects of coal’s future in India. He has a rich portfolio of published papers, policy briefs and reports. As an independent scholar, he has been writing for the G20, and leading national newspapers. Puneet holds a Master of Technology in renewable energy from TERI University, New Delhi.
Expertise
- Integrated Assessment Modelling
- Climate Change Mitigation
- Coal Transitions and Transport Economics
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Achieving Net-Zero GHG Emissions of Saudi Arabia by 2060: The Transformation of the Building Sector
In this paper, an economy-wide, net-zero pathway that enables Saudi Arabia to achieve net-zero greenhouse…
25th March 2024Saudi Arabia Net-Zero GHG Emissions by 2060: Transformation of the Transport Sector
In this paper, an economy-wide, net-zero pathway that enables Saudi Arabia to achieve net-zero greenhouse…
22nd January 2024