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Air conditioning and transportation are increasing global energy consumption
In 2024, global energy consumption increased by 4.3%, nearly doubling the average growth rate of the past decade, primarily due to the electrification of transportation and increased use of air conditioning systems driven by rising temperatures.
In 2024, global energy consumption rose by 4.3%, equating to an additional 1,100 terawatt hours, almost twice the average annual increase over the past ten years. This surge is largely attributed to the electrification of transportation and the heightened use of air conditioning systems, as rising global temperatures have escalated the demand for cooling. Additionally, the expansion of data centers for artificial intelligence and industrial applications has contributed to this increased energy usage. Read more.
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