Carbon & energy economics
Over the next quarter century, the rise of three billion more middle-class consumers will strain natural resources. The race is on to boost resource supplies and change the game with new technologies.more
Societies have a window of opportunity today: a chance to put in place workable, cost-effective programs that greatly improve their levels of climate adaptation and in so doing boost sustainable development. more
Historian Niall Ferguson, the CEO of a water services company, and Boeing’s lead environmental executive reflect on the resource transition under way, where it could be headed, and what it means for leaders now.more
Cheap resources underpinned economic growth for much of the 20th century. The 21st will be different.more
It’s possible, though far from certain, that oil prices will spike in the years ahead. Here’s why—and how you can prepare.more
Africa’s climate already poses grave risks to the continent’s people and economies, and global warming promises to intensify the problem. A factual risk-management solution can help. more
A new model enables analysis of the potential economic implications of a wide variety of possible energy and climate policies. more
In this report, McKinsey & Company offers a detailed analysis of the magnitude of the efficiency potential in nontransportation uses of energy, a thorough assessment of the barriers that impede the capture of greater efficiency, and an outline of the practical solutions available to unlock the potential. (PDF–6.37 MB) more
Oil and natural gas companies play a central role in CO2 emissions. How can the industry meet the challenge from climate change regulations?more
The shift to a low-carbon economy has already begun. As cap-and-trade schemes and other regulations proliferate and more companies and industries come within their ambit, the need for financing and trading will grow enormously. Banks, investors, and exchanges have critical roles to play in shaping this transition to a low-carbon economy. more
Five major categories of energy efficiency and greenhouse gas-abatement opportunities can deliver big energy savings to China without a significant disruption in its economic growth. more
Taking strong steps to restrain climate change need not invite economic gloom. more
There is great potential to reduce energy consumption and minimize its total cost by using existing technologies—and without changing the everyday habits of consumers. more
There may be tensions among the current administration's goals, but nearly $100 billion in new spending on energy-related projects will have a huge impact. more
As energy is becoming a strategic factor in competition globally, it offers a special growth opportunity for Germany, the focus of this report. One major source of growth is apparent across many sectors: energy efficiency and environmental technology. (PDF–2.26 MB) more
McKinsey is continuously researching the topic of abatement or mitigation. Read the full reports of our findings.more
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