Connecting the social and economic opportunities of renewable energies to climate change mitigation strategies.
The global transition to renewable sources of energy is in full swing. The social and economic opportunities presented by this transformation are spurring the growth of renewable energy generation in many countries.
The COBENEFITS project cooperates with national authorities and knowledge partners to develop key insights that will enable them to mobilise these co-benefits in their countries and accelerate domestic processes aimed at achieving their international climate protection commitments.
Generating debate in South Africa
“We’ve just had another excellent COBENEFITS training on the health benefits of renewables in South Africa. We can’t wait for the study report to be released publicly. I think it will generate some great debate!”
Spurring the momentum in Turkey
“Identification of relevant co-benefits of renewable energy in Turkey will help us strengthen the positive narrative on renewable energy technologies and spur the momentum for the rapid uptake of renewables in our renewables-affluent country.”
Important step for Vietnam
“With COBENEFITS, we can mobilise the socioeconomic benefits of renewable energy development in Vietnam. This is an important step for the country towards a greener energy sector.”
There is no separation…
… between planning for a just transition and having the perspective of the co-benefits, the opportunities that come with it.“
Co-benefits crucial to reach multiple targets
“Highlighting and harnessing the social and economic co-benefits of climate action will be crucial to make NDC and SDG implementation a success for the planet and the people.”
Making a change with the co-benefits approach
„While catastrophes will bring you attention, opportunities will deliver action.“