This analytical document summarizes the potential role of nuclear power in climate change mitigation and sustainable development, as all low-carbon energy technologies, including nuclear power, are needed to meet the Paris Agreement goal of limiting the rise of global temperatures to below 2°C. 

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Organization: IAEA

Theme: Science

Topics: Economic and Development Planning, Energy, Science, COP23 List of UN Publications

Type of material: Analytical-Technical Document

Publication date: 2016

Language: English