Publications

After officially rejoining the Paris Agreement, the Biden administration is now preparing a new Nationally Determined Contribution. The CAT’s analysis indicates that the new US NDC should aim to reduce its national emissions by at least 57-63% below 2005 levels by 2030.

This policy brief discusses economy-wide and sector-level benchmarks in 2030 and beyond for Japan to be consistent with the Paris Agreement’s long-term 1.5°C warming limit.

This report seeks to answer questions regarding implementation of carbon dioxide removal options at scale. Can the risks and trade-offs be managed? What governance tools would need to be in place?

This study shows that just half a degree of extra warming between 1.5°C and 2°C makes a big difference in terms of heat stress risk posed to Muslims carrying out religious rites in Saudi Arabia during summer, where the mercury frequently climbs over 45°C even now.

This report provides insights into how Asia and the Pacific region can transition away from coal to a renewable based efficient energy system compatible with the Paris Agreement and Sustainable Development Goals.

This paper examines the production and use of synthetic e-fuels, with a focus on aviation and maritime transport and the role of green hydrogen for indirect electrification of industry sectors.