Worldwide demand for nitrogen is projected to increase from 2020 to 2050 across all energy scenarios, however, this increase is considerably less pronounced within the STEPS scenario compared to the SDP and NZE scenarios. In the NZE scenario, additional demand for nitrogen is created through specific end-use sectors such as maritime fuel and power generation, with a projected demand of 203 million metric tons and 70 million metric tons, respectively, by 2050.
Demand for nitrogen worldwide in 2020, with a forecast for 2030 to 2050, by end-use and scenario
(in million metric tons)
*The Stated Policies Scenario (STEPS) is a scenario that reflects the impact of existing policies and announced policy intentions on the future of energy and climate.
**The Sustainable Development Scenario (SDS) is a scenario that outlines a major transformation of the global energy system, aligned with the goals of the Paris Agreement, universal energy access and reducing air pollution.
***The net zero emissions by 2050 scenario (NZE) is a pathway that outlines how the global energy sector can achieve net zero CO2 emissions by 2050. It focuses on reducing emissions within the energy sector itself, without relying on emissions reductions from other sectors. Additionally, it aims to achieve universal access to electricity and clean cooking by the year 2030.
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