Within this report, we look at the policy framework that can drive this rapid shift, and explore the technologies and lifestyle changes we can expect to see in the next two decades if these policies are followed. We are confident we can maintain high levels of well-being while staying within a strict carbon budget, eliminating our reliance on fossil fuels and providing access to energy for everyone.

‘Instead of forecasting from within existing attitudes, trends and approaches, we ‘backcasted,’ looking at where we need to be, then seeing what policies and technologies we need to get there’ CAT Development Director Paul Allen said.

‘We are confident that if Britain treated this as the serious emergency the climate science is saying it is, we could eliminate the need for fossil fuels within 20 years.’

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