Trend

Geopolitics of energy demands

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About This Trend

Trends such as net zero, decarbonization, and electrification are emerging globally, and different levels of government are trying to transition to clean energy and greener economies, promising a variety of target years for net zero and other goals. Estimates predict amassive decreasein the global oil market compared to other domestic energy sources, and in 2023 COP28 made history when nearly 200 countriesagreedto begin the transition away from fossil fuels.

Trend Updates

Feb. 26, 2024 — Seismic shift in everyday usage

  • More people than ever are using this technology and it is now more evident that it will be part of the ongoing landscape...

Feb. 26, 2023 — Federal Regulations spike Demand

  • Because of continued interest in this technology and a favorable environment for growth...

Feb. 26, 2021 — Pandemic recalibrates supply

  • People are unable to create and devote time to innovating this critical technology now

Trend Reports

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