Energy Efficiency as a Foundational Technology Pillar for Industrial Decarbonization

The U.S. government aims to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050 reduce the severe impacts of climate change. industrial sector will become a focal point for decarbonization since it accounts 33% nation’s primary energy use and 30% its energy-related CO2 emissions. Industrial are also expected increase 15% through 2050, making logical target efforts. Energy efficiency technology pathways provide low-cost, foundational routes that can be implemented immediately. pathways, such as strategic management, system efficiency, smart manufacturing, material combined heat power, well established would immediately However, their role in aggressive pathway is still unclear. This study address decarbonization, reviews studies related these technologies 2050. identifies different strategies general specific six energy-intensive industries: iron steel; chemical; food beverage; petroleum refining; pulp paper; cement. Finally, path toward successful implementation outlined.