Renewable energy to power 139 countries by 2050 — scientists

(Eco Business, 24 Aug 2017) A new study plots a global path for 100 per cent conversion to renewable energy sources for 139 countries by 2050, and promises a win-all scenario for businesses, consumers, and the planet.

Clean, renewable energy holds immense potential to help us tackle a rapidly warming climate. But until a major shift away from fossil fuels like coal, oil and natural gas, it remains just that — potential.

Now, a new study in the journal Joule plots out a global path for complete conversion to renewable energy sources in 139 countries that, in addition to slowing or halting climate change, could diminish air pollution, bolster job growth and be more economical.

“Policymakers don’t usually want to commit to doing something unless there is some reasonable science that can show it is possible, and that is what we are trying to do,” said lead author Mark Jacobson, a professor of civil and environmental engineering at Stanford University, in a statement.

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