Joint implementation of CO₂ emission reduction measures between Switzerland and Colombia
by Olivier Bahn, Angela Cadena, Socrates Kypreos
International Journal of Environment and Pollution (IJEP), Vol. 12, No. 2/3, 1999

Abstract: This study offers insights about the identification of joint implementation (JI) projects to curb carbon dioxide (CO₂) emissions in Colombia, which Switzerland could finance to comply with emission reduction commitments. The method uses MARKAL, a bottom-up engineering model of the energy system. Based on the Colombian MARKAL model, this study determines first a baseline CO₂ emission path in Colombia. Using a Swiss-Colombian joint MARKAL model, this study then considers a cooperation between Switzerland and Colombia to curb jointly CO₂ emissions. The joint model minimises the total energy and emission control cost of the two countries to reach global CO₂ emission reduction targets. It enables JI projects in the Colombian energy system to be identified, and illustrates the benefits to be gained through international cooperation to reduce CO₂ emissions.

Online publication date: Fri, 15-Aug-2003

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