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Global Use of Renewable Energy Over Time infographic

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SUBJECTS: Science

TOPICS: Energy, Personal Consumption

Bar graph compares the percentage of global energy use that is from renewable sources in 1990, 2000, 2010, 2021, and projected use in 2027. The percentage of all primary energy and the percentage of electricity generation from renewables have increased.

Data is from the International Energy Agency

Graphic originally published on the Quick Trip to 8 Billion wall chart.

Increase in the global use of renewable energy from 1990 to 2021, and projected use in 2027

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