emissions pathways

Emissions pathways are scenarios that describe how greenhouse gas emissions might change over time based on different actions and policies. They help us understand future impacts on climate, showing either continued high emissions or reductions through cleaner energy, technology, and behaviors. These pathways guide decision-making to limit global warming, aiming for outcomes like stabilizing climate or avoiding dangerous temperature rises. Essentially, they map out possible futures depending on the choices we make today regarding energy use, industry, transportation, and other sources of emissions.