National Geographic has a great piece on the world’s energy mix, from current use to projected use in 2035. “Energy mix” is a word ever in vogue, but rarely explained well. This piece visually illustrates the term.
The map is a fun, clever and interactive way to learn about upcoming global energy trends. Most fascinating are China and Latin America’s energy mixes, which are heavily reliant on nuclear and renewable energy to meet their electricity demands.
Coal energy will continue to support many developing countries and while “clean coal” is available, it is extremely expensive, and thus not a viable alternative except for a few countries. Which brings us to another idea worth exploring: exponential coal consumption, in countries like India, poses a challenge to meet growing environmental standards.
Leokadia Rucinski 