Breaking barriers toward a net-zero economy

Abstract

Following The Paris Agreement and United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), a significant number of nations globally have pledged to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050. The goal is to lower emissions while emphasizing economically and socially sustainable practices. To meet these sustainable development targets, some countries have introduced industry-specific roadmaps, showing how nations can systematically allocate resources to attain net zero, which includes balancing energy and production needs with existing energy sources. Such a transformation will inevitably encounter obstacles, particularly in reducing reliance on non-renewable fuels and mitigating existing emissions. This study focuses on identifying these impediments to achieving a net-zero economy. Utilizing the novel concept of plithogenic sets, the study examines the interdependent relationships among various barriers, providing insights into navigating these constraints. The findings reveal external, economic, and policy and framework obstacles and their subsequent impact on organizational and technological challenges that must be surmounted to reach net-zero status.