In 2000, 78% of people on Earth had electricity, which rose to 90% in 2018.
The number of people without electricity in 2018 sank to 789 million.
As the global population increases, more people will want cheap energy. Energy from fossil fuels is damaging to our plant, so
alternativesources such as solar, wind and thermal is important to keep the air clean while still providing for everyone.
More green energy means that there will be more technology and infrastructure which is not damanging to the planet.
Affordable and Clean Energy Facts
• 1 in 10 will not have access to energy
• 2.8 billion people rely on unhealthy fuels and pollution for cooking
• 17.5% of power was generated using renewable sources in 2017
Affordable and Clean Energy Facts