Renewables Projected to Overtake Fossil Fuels for Electricity by 2035

Historial world electricity generation by energy source and projections from the IEA Stated Policies Scenario

World electricity generation in the Stated Policies Scenario, measured in thousand terawatt hours (TWh). Demand for electricity is taking off, while coal and other fossil fuels are decreasing.

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The International Energy Agency's Stated Policies Scenario (STEPS) models the future of the global energy system based on existing policies and those currently in development. STEPS is considered a more conservative model than those based on announced pledges and targets.

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