This IGSD Background Note summarizes the science supporting the need for fast climate mitigation to slow warming in the near term (2022–2041). It also describes the importance of cutting short-lived climate pollutants and protecting sinks in order to slow self-reinforcing feedbacks and avoid tipping points. It explains why winning a fast mitigation sprint to 2030 is critical for addressing the climate emergency and how the sprint complements the marathon to decarbonize the economy and achieve net-zero emissions.
The Center for Environmental Energy Engineering (CEEE) at University of Maryland, the Climate & Clean Air Coalition (CCAC), Centro Studi Galileo, and the Institute for Governance & Sustainable Development released an open-source handbook that explains how to appropriately install high-efficiency room air conditioners for the highest energy efficiency and lowest carbon footprint over the products’ lifetime.
Authors welcome edits and additions which will be taken on board for subsequent editions as the handbook is improved and made available for translation to other languages.
