IEA: Global power demand surging as renewables overtake coal

The International Energy Agency projects renewables will become the world's largest electricity source this year as global power demand accelerates, marking a structural shift in the energy mix.

First covered Jul 22, 2026 · 10:00 PM PT · 1 article

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