Center for Global Sustainability (CGS) Associate Research Professor Christoph Bertram and CGS Research Assistant Adriana Bryant attend the 2024 International Energy Workshop in Bonn, Germany from June 26-27. On the final day of the Workshop, Bertram will present his research on the feasibility of peak temperature targets in light of institutional constraints, and Bryant will present her study of high-ambition climate action in the effort to achieve significant reductions in U.S. greenhouse gas emissions 2035.
The International Energy Workshop (IEW) is a premier conference for the global energy modeling research community. In today's world, grappling with environmental and economic constraints, energy modeling has become indispensable for navigating the complexities of energy planning and policymaking. The IEW serves as a platform for analysts to compare quantitative energy projections, understand varying perspectives on future energy developments, and track emerging trends in global energy production and consumption. Each year, the conference features three plenary sessions and over 100 presentations across multiple tracks, covering diverse topics such as energy supply forecasts, pricing dynamics, efficiency strategies, renewable technologies, environmental policies, and the integration of energy analysis with economics and natural sciences.
At the Center for Global Sustainability, sharing cutting-edge research through dynamic engagement and collaboration is integral to our mission. Our experts are excited to participate in this year's annual conference, where we will present groundbreaking findings. Our research indicates that limiting global temperature rise to 1.6°C is feasible, even when considering environmental and economic constraints. We will also discuss the achievability of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions targets set by the United States for 2035. Through our presentations and discussions, we aim to contribute valuable insights to the international community's efforts towards sustainable energy and climate policies.