Finding 1Transition needs to start now
It is urgent to start anticipating the transition now to get the best results for workers, communities and businesses.Read moreFinding 3Prevention better than cure
The financial costs of worker reconversion and regional economic adjustment are often much smaller than the costs of failing to implement a transition.Read moreFinding 4We have to act now
Due to the climate crisis, we need a coal phase-out by 2030 in all OECD countries and by 2050 globally.Read moreFinding 5100% renewable energies are possible – worldwide
A switch to renewables as main electricity source is possible.Read moreFinding 6We do not need bridge technologies
The direct switch to renewables is the way to go – additional investments in fossil gas, carbon capture, transport and storage (CCTS) or negative emission technologies are not needed.Read moreFinding 7Global questions – local answers
Carbon phase-out pathways towards renewable energies must be developed together with local stakeholders.Read moreFinding 8Coal phase-out has many positive side effects
In addition to climate protection, there are positive effects on the environment, health and a low-cost, decentralized and clean energy supply.Read more
