A climate neutrality strategy for Cyprus

Zachariadis, Theodoros, Taliotis, Constantinos, Moleskis, Melina and Solomou, Pantelis (2025) A climate neutrality strategy for Cyprus. GreeSE Papers: Hellenic Observatory Discussion Papers on Greece and Southeast Europe (208). Hellenic Observatory, London School of Economics and Political Science, London, UK.

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This paper presents the findings of our model-based study on the transition of Cyprus to a net-zero economy. A climate-neutral Cyprus will be characterised by almost complete replacement of fossil fuels by electricity and renewable sources, full utilisation of waste and use of renewable hydrogen in transport and heavy industry. This will require serious public and private investments, which however can be beneficial for the economy and society. Still, important challenges lie ahead that call for swift policy action. Apart from long-term planning that must start today, effective implementation of green policies is key. In this context, the paper also provides a background on behavioural barriers that should be overcome, as the lack in understanding human behaviour is at the heart of the sustainability challenge. Drawing from our recent work for Cypriot authorities, we highlight directions in which policy-making in Cyprus can be enhanced, with special attention to energy poverty.

Item Type:	Monograph (Discussion Paper)
Official URL:	https://www.lse.ac.uk/hellenic-observatory/publica...
Additional Information:	© The Authors
Divisions:	Hellenic Observatory
Subjects:	H Social Sciences > HC Economic History and Conditions H Social Sciences > HD Industries. Land use. Labor Q Science > QC Physics
Date Deposited:	29 Sep 2025 14:24
Last Modified:	29 Sep 2025 23:12
URI:	http://eprints.lse.ac.uk/id/eprint/129620

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