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APEC Technology Empowers Low Carbon Action (TELCA): Best Practice Report

Published Date November 2024
Type of Publication Reports
Publication Under SOM Steering Committee on Economic and Technical Cooperation (SCE), Policy Partnership on Science, Technology and Innovation (PPSTI)
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The APEC TELCA Best Practice Report offers a detailed analysis of strategies, policies, and initiatives across APEC economies to promote sustainable transitions. It introduces the current status and key challenges in five critical sectors — electricity and heat generation, transport, buildings, industry, and individual actions — and highlights improvements in policies and technologies. The report incorporates expert insights, recommendations, and best practices for adopting low-carbon technologies. It underscores the significance of regional cooperation, policy alignment, and innovation to achieve carbon neutrality. Through case studies, the report showcases member economies’ technological advancements in the five sectors, such as expanding renewable energy, enhancing infrastructure, and fostering behavioral change. It concludes with actionable policy recommendations and the APEC TELCA Principles, guiding the region's journey toward a sustainable, resilient, and low-carbon future, ensuring a Just Transition for all.