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In June, the Energy Institute released the 2024 Statistical Review of World Energy. The Review provides a comprehensive picture of supply and demand for major energy sources on a country-level basis. Each year, I write a series of articles covering the Review’s findings.
In previous articles, I discussed:
Today I will discuss renewable energy, with a focus on the growth of wind and solar power.
Overview
In 2023, renewable energy sources surged to new heights. Renewables’ share of total primary energy consumption reached 14.6%, 0.4% above the previous year.
Solar and wind power drove global renewable electricity generation to a record-breaking 4,748 TWh, marking a 13% increase from…
