Figure SPM-6. (WGIII) Estimated economic mitigation potential in 2030 as a function of carbon price

Estimated sectoral economic potential for global mitigation for different regions as a function of carbon price in 2030 from bottom-up studies, compared to the respective baselines assumed in the sector assessments. A full explanation of the derivation of this figure is found in 11.3.

(GreenFacts note: The mitigation potential is expressed in Giga tonnes of CO₂ equivalent per year.

1 Giga tonne = 1 000 000 000 tonnes.

The economic mitigation potential for a “carbon price” of up to 20 USD, up to 50 USD and up to 100 USD was considered for each sector)

Source: IPCC Climate Change 2007:  "Mitigation, Summary for Policymakers", p11