Predictions 2022: CEOs and top leaders share tactics that will speed the net zero transition

Jan 20, 2022

While energy efficiency is needed to reach net zero targets, we'll need other approaches and solutions for a fossil fuel-free future. Image: NASA

Linda Lacina

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Collaboration is key, says IEA. Governments need to provide credible step-by-step plans to reach their net zero goals, building confidence among investors, industry, citizens and other countries.

Confidence will drive collaboration, says IEA. Governments need to provide credible step-by-step plans to reach their net zero goals, building confidence among investors, industry, citizens and other countries. Image: IEA

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— Melanie Maas Geesteranus, CEO, Porticus

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— Christoph Schweizer, CEO, Boston Consulting Group

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— -Dr. Martin Brudermüller, Chairman of the Board of Executive Directors of BASF SE

While BASF has created an application to determine the Product Carbon Footprint of its products, standards are needed to ensure that products from across companies can be compared. Image: BASF

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