Tracking Clean Energy Progress: Energy Technology Perspectives 2012 excerpt as IEA input to the Clean Energy Ministerial

Energy Technology Perspectives 2012: Pathways to a Clean Energy System, 2012. - 82 р.This is most ambitious and comprehensive publication on new energy technology developments. It demonstrates how technologies – from electric vehicles to wind farms – can make a decisive difference in achieving the internationally agreed objective of limiting global temperature rise to 2°C above pre-industrial levels. Its up-to-date analysis, data are an indispensible resource for energy technology and policy professionals in the public and private sectors.The issue also provides guidance for decision makers on how to reshape current energy trends to build a clean, secure and competitive energy future.Table of Contents Introduction Acknowledgements Key Findings Recommendations for Energy Ministers Part 1 Tracking Clean Energy Progress Power Generation Industry Buildings Transport Carbon Capture and Storage Part 2 Financing the Clean Energy Revolution Low-Carbon Energy Investments to 2020 Benefits of a Low-Carbon Energy Sector Unlocking Trillions from Institutional Investors Understanding Investment Risks Mechanisms and Financing Vehicles to Leverage Private Investment Green or Climate Bonds Annex Acronyms, Abbreviations and Units Technology Overview Notes References Energy Technology Perspectives 2012: Pathways to a Clean Energy System, 2012. - 82 р. This is most ambitious and comprehensive publication on new energy technology developments. It demonstrates how technologies – from electric vehicles to wind farms – can make a decisive difference in achieving the internationally agreed objective of limiting global temperature rise to 2°C above pre-industrial levels. Its up-to-date analysis, data are an indispensible resource for energy technology and policy professionals in the public and private sectors. The issue also provides guidance for decision makers on how to reshape current energy trends to build a clean, secure and competitive energy future. Table of Contents Introduction Acknowledgements Key Findings Recommendations for Energy Ministers Part 1 Tracking Clean Energy Progress Power Generation Industry Buildings Transport Carbon Capture and Storage Part 2 Financing the Clean Energy Revolution Low-Carbon Energy Investments to 2020 Benefits of a Low-Carbon Energy Sector Unlocking Trillions from Institutional Investors Understanding Investment Risks Mechanisms and Financing Vehicles to Leverage Private Investment Green or Climate Bonds Annex Acronyms, Abbreviations and Units Technology Overview Notes References