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International Energy Agency Releases Electricity 2026 Outlook
The International Energy Agency (IEA) releases its annual report on global electricity systems and markets titled Electricity 2026. The report provides forecasts on global electricity demand, generation mix, and power sector CO2 emissions through 2030.
International Energy Agency Report: Electricity 2026
| Dimension | Key Details |
|---|---|
| Issuing authority | International Energy Agency (IEA) |
| Report title and nature | Electricity 2026; annual report on global electricity systems and markets |
| Demand forecast | Global electricity demand is forecast to grow at 3.6% annually through 2030; outpacing GDP growth |
| Demand drivers | Growth in demand is driven by electric vehicles, data centres, and air conditioning |
| Low-emissions supply classification | Low-emissions sources comprise renewables and nuclear |
| Supply meeting additional demand | Low-emissions sources are set to meet all additional electricity demand |
| Generation mix projection | Low-emissions sources are set to account for nearly half of global electricity generation by 2030 |
| Power sector emissions outlook | Global power sector CO2 emissions are expected to plateau |