IEA: Fossil fuel demand could peak by 2030 as clean energy policies spur EV and renewable growth, but more climate action needed
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International Energy Agency predicts global demand for oil, gas, and coal will peak by 2030 due to cleaner energy policies.
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Report says there could be 10x as many electric vehicles and 50% of electricity from renewables by 2030.
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Oil cartel OPEC disagrees, warns underinvestment could lead to "energy chaos."
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China's appetite for steel, cement may be leveling off, reducing fossil fuel demand.
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Even if fossil fuel demand peaks, more climate policies needed to prevent warming beyond 1.5C.