LCRI Net-Zero 2050

Net-Zero High-Fuel

Figure 20. U.S. total energy flows in Net-Zero Ref-Tech High-Fuel scenario in 2050

With higher gas and oil prices, the Net-Zero High-Fuel scenario uses more renewables and less gas with CCS for generation, as well as deploying some new nuclear (Figure 20). There is also higher electrification and efficiency in the end-use sectors and slightly higher use of biofuels and hydrogen to displace remaining petroleum and natural gas.

Last updated: December 16, 2024