Yang is a postdoctoral researcher at the Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL). Yang has a Ph.D. in Environmental Science and Management from the University of California, Santa Barbara, two M.S. degrees – first in Applied Statistics from the Syracuse University, second in Environment Science from the State University of New York College of Environmental Science and Forestry – and a B.S. in Forestry from the Beijing Forestry University.
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 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.
25th March 2024
