Seizing the moment of opportunity

This special report aims to synthesize the latest evidence for the economic imperative and benefits of accelerating the transition away from fossil fuels to clean energy with a particular focus on renewables, electrification, and energy efficiency.
While these three solutions will play central roles in the clean energy system of the 21st century, they do not represent the full picture, and this report does not aim to comprehensively capture all dimensions of the energy system transformation needed to deliver on the Paris Agreement’s goals.
Section 2 provides an assessment of the current state of play of the transition. Section 3 summarizes the socioeconomic benefits of accelerating the transition, while Section
4 highlights the key barriers and challenges of the current transition. Section 5 highlights priority action areas for accelerating a fast, fair, and funded transition to deliver a safe, resilient, and prosperous future for all.