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PBL - Independent research for a future-proof Netherlands

Reaching 2030 climate goal becomes extremely unlikely; extra policy with rapid effect is needed

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Vissersboot op zee met op de achtergrond windturbines
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Achieving global biodiversity goals makes a big difference for nature and people

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Climate researcher who bridges different disciplines

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Detlef van Vuuren
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PBL: Updated spatial density dataset provides new insights into land use

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Recent publications

Just transitions: Conceptual tools for policy reflection

Manufacturing Industry Decarbonisation Data Exchange Network - The database (version 0.4)

Climate and Energy Outlook of the Netherlands 2024

Vissersboot op zee met op de achtergrond windturbines

On the science of carbon debt

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raw materials
recycling
production chain
transition
climate change
energy transition
heat transition
greenhouse gases
sun and wind
nature reserves
ecosystems
agriculture
cultural landscape
Natura2000
attracting foreign companies
spatial differentiation
regional strengths

About PBL

PBL Netherlands Environmental Assessment Agency is the national institute for strategic policy analysis in the fields of the environment, nature and spatial planning. We contribute to improving the quality of political and administrative decision-making by conducting outlook studies, analyses and evaluations in which an integrated approach is considered paramount. Policy relevance is the prime concern in all of our studies. We conduct solicited and unsolicited research that is independent and scientifically sound.