In brief | 31 July '24
International Energy Agency:
Under current policies & market trends, global renewable capacity is set to be 2.5 times higher by 2030, not far off the COP28 goal of tripling, IEA says.
Ember:
Countries make up 70% of EU electricity demand; Five years ago, this figure stood at just five countries and 25% of demand.
Bloomberg:
Trade flows have shifted as Asian consumers pay higher prices; Russian LNG flows to Europe have been stable in past two years.
World Meteorological Organisation:
Heat directly impacts people and amplifies the risks of wildfires, droughts, water shortages, and food insecurity, WMO finds as UN Secretary-General issues call to action on extreme heat.聽