Towards a Greener Industry Sector
Keywords: Industrial Decarbonisation, New Zealand, Germany, Hydrogen, Energy Efficiency, Electrification, Industry, Circular Economy | Study published: July 2024
The industry sector is the second largest sectoral source of emissions in both Germany and New Zealand. It is therefore crucial to the countries’ decarbonization efforts. Both countries have already implemented a number of technological improvements that increase energy efficiency and reduce resource needs. The respective governments support these efforts with funding and regulatory measures. This study provides an overview of what has already been achieved, identifies potential areas of improvement, and suggests cooperation activities between Germany and New Zealand to further accelerate the progress towards a greener industry sector.
[F]uture-proofing this sector by aligning it with the requirements set by the countries decarbonisation goals is not only relevant in terms of emissions but also with regards to the countries’ prosperity and social stability.
- Germany’s and New Zealand’s industrial sectors differ in composition and state of decarbonisation.
- While country-specific decarbonization measures are key, several shared challenges and opportunities for cooperation exist.
- Five key opportunities exist with regard to energy service companies and heat pumps in the dairy sector, green hydrogen in the steel and chemical sectors, energy efficiency and climate protection networks, policy dialogue on funding and regulation, and circular economic measures.
