Breakdown of global primary energy demand by source 2022-2050

Published by Statista Research Department, Jul 11, 2024

In 2022, oil, coal, and natural gas combined accounted for 80 percent share of the primary energy demand worldwide. By 2050, however, the share of primary energy demand from fossil fuels is forecast to decline to 63 percent. Conversely, the primary energy demand for renewables is forecast to drastically increase by 2050 compared to 2022.

Distribution of primary energy demand worldwide in 2022 with a forecast for 2050, by source

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March 2024

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Worldwide

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2022

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*Traditional and modern biomass included. 
**Solar, wind, tidal, and geothermal energy are included.

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