Forging Pathways towards Fossil Fuel Freedom

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Forging Pathways towards Fossil Fuel Freedom

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Asia has grown tremendously within just a few generations with life expectancy in Asia-Pacific more than doubling, and per capita GDP rising nearly eighty-fold over a few generations. However, much of this growth has been fueled by fossil fuels, evidenced by a growth of in global greenhouse gas emissions share, which has surged from 15% to 52%. Besides Asia, fossil fuel dependency is also faced by other emerging markets and developing countries (EMDCs). Drawing from examples in both developed countries and EMDCs, panellists will discuss the varied pathways in transitioning economies towards long-term sustainable and equitable growth, highlight opportunities for cross-sharing best practices, and explore how various stakeholders in the public, private and philanthropic sectors can support and benefit from these pathways.

Speakers :

Tim Gould

Chief Energy Economist

International Energy Agency
Prof Zou Ji

CEO & President

Energy Foundation China
Moderator :

Connie Chan

Head, Financial Services

Temasek