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  • 1 - Carbon Neutrality in the GCC

  • from Part I - Introduction
  • Edited by Wael A. Samad, Rochester Institute of Technology – Dubai, Ahmed Badran, University of Qatar, Elie Azar, Carleton University
  • Book:
    Carbon Neutrality in the Gulf
    Published online:
    02 January 2025
    Print publication:
    16 January 2025, pp 3-8
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  • Summary

    This introductory chapter offers a short overview of carbon neutrality, the great expectations surrounding its primary beneficiaries, and the macro opportunities and implications it will have, political, economic, and social. It then quickly narrows the focus to the emerging economies of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region, their evolving nature, and the role envisioned for carbon neutrality in their transformation from oil-based to cleaner, knowledge-based economies. Next, the chapter contextualises the challenges facing GCC countries to effectively transition towards carbon neutrality. The gap between the aforementioned interest and potential of carbon neutrality in the region and the scholarly work on the topic is then highlighted, motivating the need for the current volume. The objectives, scope, and expected contributions of the volume are finally presented.

  • Part I - Introduction

  • Edited by Wael A. Samad, Rochester Institute of Technology – Dubai, Ahmed Badran, University of Qatar, Elie Azar, Carleton University
  • Book:
    Carbon Neutrality in the Gulf
    Published online:
    02 January 2025
    Print publication:
    16 January 2025, pp 1-8
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  • 14 - Outlook of Net Zero GCC States

  • from Part VI - Conclusion
  • Edited by Wael A. Samad, Rochester Institute of Technology – Dubai, Ahmed Badran, University of Qatar, Elie Azar, Carleton University
  • Book:
    Carbon Neutrality in the Gulf
    Published online:
    02 January 2025
    Print publication:
    16 January 2025, pp 309-314

  • Summary

    This concluding chapter presents a high-level overview of the topics and case studies outlined in the earlier chapters, reiterating the main contributions of the book to the literature. The chapter then proceeds with ten takeaways, insights learned, and recommendations derived from the individual chapters. It concludes with a synthesis of the key findings and lessons learned from the various chapters, reflecting on the policy measures, technological innovation, and behavioural change enablers needed for a successful carbon neutrality transition in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region.

Carbon Neutrality in the Gulf
  • Between Well-intentioned Pledges and the Harsh Reality
  • Edited by Wael A. Samad, Ahmed Badran, Elie Azar
  • Published online:
    02 January 2025
    Print publication:
    16 January 2025
  • With its in-depth investigation of the opportunities and obstacles facing the region, this book offers data-driven assessments and policy recommendations to guide the process of energy transition in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region. It provides a comprehensive analysis of the current state of carbon reduction initiatives in the GCC and the sustainable development practices that are driving progress. Chapters are divided into four sections: circular economy and pathway frameworks; infrastructure; policy and data transparency; and behavioural and human factors. The book includes case studies to offer unique insights into the policy frameworks, technological innovations, and behavioural changes needed to transition to cleaner, knowledge-based economies. It unpacks the interplay between the ambitions of the GCC countries regarding climate change and sustainable development and the challenges they face in trying to achieve these. It is an indispensable resource for researchers and policymakers in environmental policy, climate change, and the Gulf states.