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% renewables in electricity generation

Renewables account for more than 70% of electricity generation worldwide in 2050, with Europe and the Americas expected to be close to 80%

% renewables in electricity generation

Renewables account for more than 70% of electricity generation worldwide in 2050, with Europe and the Americas expected to be close to 80%

82%


Of electricity generation from renewables in 2050.

Renewables account for more than 70% of electricity generation worldwide in 2050, with Europe and the Americas expected to be close to 80%

Renewable-based electricity will dominate the mix by 2050, reaching between 60% and 85% in various regions in our EnerBlue scenario considering announced policies and pledges. This development will happen quickly, as the power sector is one of the first expected to decarbonise.

Breakdown by region | EnerBlue scenario
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Trend over 2000 - 2050 - EnerBlue scenario

World

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