Sweden has ambitious energy goals and is in a promising position to achieve them. It already has a relatively low emissions energy system as well as favourable natural resource endowments, a broad political and public consensus on its net zero ambitions, and a clear strategy to meet its goals (primarily through electrification of end-use sectors). Its energy sector stands out in several ways, including its largely decarbonised power and buildings sectors and its leading efforts on low-carbon heavy industry.
An important next step in Sweden’s energy transition will be to take a co-ordinated approach to aligning its policy and regulatory settings across different sectors of the economy. This Policy Review aims to provide practical, timely advice to Sweden as it advances its energy and climate strategy, including in two key focus areas: 1) accommodating electrification; and 2) expanding the role of fossil-free hydrogen.
The report also highlights areas where Sweden’s leadership can serve as an example in promoting secure clean energy transitions. It also promotes the exchange of best practices among countries to foster learning, build consensus and strengthen political will for a sustainable and affordable clean energy future.
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