Abstract
To develop a scenario, easily traceable even for ordinary citizens, toward the national challenge target of 80% CO2 reduction by 2050, we have proposed a new model that calculates the total CO2 emission based on the final consumption. Using the model, we have tested appropriate (locally available) technology based sub-scenarios: (1) energy saving through electrification of all transportation; (2) promotion of wood utilization for housing; (3) introduction of renewable energies; and (4) efficient energy recovery from wastes. Applying the scenarios to the Kyoto-city as a case study, we have found that local 80% CO2 emission reduction could be possible using appropriate technologies including emission reduction from construction of private and public infrastructures, and shifting our final consumption mode into low CO2 emission has a significant impact. We have also argued that it is of interest to examine the future socio-economic change that would influence on people's consumption behavior.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 201-205 |
Number of pages | 5 |
Journal | Applied Energy |
Volume | 90 |
Issue number | 1 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 2012 Feb |
Externally published | Yes |
Keywords
- Change in consumption behavior
- Easily traceable scenario
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Building and Construction
- Mechanical Engineering
- Energy(all)
- Management, Monitoring, Policy and Law