Study: How can Hawaii achieve a zero-carbon economy by 2045?

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A new study commissioned by Hawaiian Electric explores pathways to a net-zero carbon economy by 2045 and makes clear that major technological advances, especially in sustainable fuels and carbon-capture, and reaching consensus on land-use policy are some of what’s required for Hawaii to fully decarbonize over the next 22 years. State law mandates a 50% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions by 2030 compared to 2005 levels and for Hawaii to be net-zero by 2045. With time running short to meet these targets, the new pathways study advises that aggressive actions will need to be underway by 2030 to create a glide path to full decarbonization that is less steep than if actions are... ... More: Official Press Release Hawaiian Electric

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