New demand goals for energy and climate resilience

Key Points

• This research examines how demand-side strategies can improve climate resilience alongside energy supply goals.
• Analyzed current climate goals focusing on energy supply.
• Identified gaps in addressing energy demand.
• Proposed new demand targets for climate resilience.
• Demand-side targets could significantly reduce carbon emissions.
• Complementing supply and demand strategies may enhance overall sustainability.
• Addressing demand is critical for achieving climate goals more effectively.

Abstract