- Source: Decarbonization pathway
A decarbonization pathway is a way for something, such as a country or energy system, to reach a greenhouse gas emissions target, such as net zero by 2050. Decarbonization pathways include technology, economy and policy.
Some research, such as the Deep Decarbonization Pathways initiative, studies only the energy sector whereas others cover an entire country or city, such as London. There can also be pathways for organizations, such as companies, or things such as buildings. Pathways may include behavioral change, such as lower-carbon travel.