Decarbonising the global economy

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Across
  1. 6. (two words) A market-based mechanism to charge for greenhouse gas emissions.
  2. 7. (two words) Using less energy to perform the same task or function.
  3. 9. The process of splitting water into hydrogen and oxygen using electricity.
  4. 13. (two words) Critical elements used in batteries and renewable energy technologies.
  5. 14. The process of reducing carbon emissions across the economy.
  6. 15. A potent greenhouse gas released from livestock and fossil fuel extraction.
  7. 17. Liquid fuels derived from organic matter as an alternative to fossil fuels.
  8. 18. (two words) A technology that traps CO₂ emissions before they reach the atmosphere.
  9. 19. (two words) The ability of an electrical network to balance supply and demand.
Down
  1. 1. Replacing fossil fuels with electricity in transport and industry.
  2. 2. A clean fuel that can be used in industry and transport with zero emissions.
  3. 3. Energy sources like solar and wind that replenish naturally.
  4. 4. Upgrading old buildings or infrastructure to improve energy efficiency.
  5. 5. (two words) A global accord aiming to limit climate change to well below 2°C.
  6. 8. (two words) The potential financial and economic impact of climate change on businesses.
  7. 10. (two words) Actions like tree planting used to compensate for emissions.
  8. 11. (two words) Technology used to retain electricity for later use, vital for renewables.
  9. 12. (two words) Financial instruments used to fund environmentally friendly projects.
  10. 16. A state where carbon emissions are balanced by removal or offsets.