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THE FUTURE OF ENERGY

"The world is making progress towards Goal 7, with encouraging signs that energy is becoming more sustainable and widely available. Access to electricity in poorer countries has begun to accelerate, energy efficiency continues to improve, and renewable energy is making impressive gains in the electricity sector" -United Nations

TABLE OF CONTENTS

LEARNING RESOURCES

Impact of Technology

World's progress towards clean energy

Impact of Covid-19

LEARNING RESOURCES

Background

The Growth of Renewable Energy: What Does the Future Hold? | Earth.Org - Past | Present | FutureAccording to The International Energy Agency, renewable energy capacity is set to expand by 50% by 2024, led by solar energy.

Good News, Bad News: 4 Trends in US Energy UseThe United States used more energy in 2018 than ever before. While clean energy powered some of it, 80% came from fossil fuels.

Five reasons to be optimistic about clean energy in 2021 | United Nations Development ProgrammeThe energy sector, still dominated by fossil fuels, is the largest contributor to greenhouse gas emissions. But change is coming.

Impact of Technology

What does Tesla mean for the future of clean energy? | SaveOnEnergy®Tesla stands out from other manufacturers becaues of their emphasis on clean energy, primarily through focusing on accelerating electric transportation.

Why the future looks bright for solar energyThe cost of solar modules has fallen dramatically over the past decade, and is expected to halve again by 2030. Could this spell the end for fossil fuels?

Technologies That Will Transform the Transportation SystemThe arrival of new technologies, such as connected and automated vehicles, have the potential to provide new, low-cost mobility options.

World's progress towards clean energy

Follow the Leader: How 11 Countries Are Shifting to Renewable Energy

These countries are leading the charge to clean energy

5 places running on 100% renewable energy - World Smart Cities Forum

Impact of Covid-19

The Impact of the Coronavirus on the Renewable Energy Industry - Center for American ProgressWith the renewable energy industry expected to see significant job losses and project delays due to the coronavirus pandemic, it is now more important than ever for Congress to invest in this industry in an effort to sustainably rebuild the U.S. economy.

Coronavirus response can 'reshape the future of energy,' IEA says in annual reportThe International Energy Agency said in its annual "World Energy Outlook" the global response to Covid-19 will shape energy policies and practices for years to come.

Global Energy Perspective 2021This year caused unprecedented disruption in the energy landscape--and the path to recovery remains uncertain. Read McKisney's Global Energy Perspective 2021.

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