LCRI Net-Zero 2050

Net-Zero Opt-Elys

Figure 25. U.S. total energy flows in Net-Zero Opt-Elys scenario in 2050

In the Net-Zero Opt-Elys scenario, the only change from the Ref-Tech scenario is lower electrolysis capital costs, which slightly increases electrolysis deployment, displacing some production from gas with CCS and slightly expanding hydrogen use in the end-use sectors (Figure 25). The generation mix also shifts to include slightly more renewables.

Last updated: December 16, 2024