COP31: Can electrification replace fossil fuels?

As the UN climate summit COP31 gets underway in Turkey, electrification is high on the agenda. Countries are being urged to replace fossil fuels with electricity — in cars, homes and industry.

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As world leaders gather in Turkey for the UN climate summit COP31 , electrification is emerging as a key strategy to reduce reliance on fossil fuels. Electric vehicles are gaining ground from Vietnam to India , while analysts say the global share of electricity in energy use could rise significantly. Yet the transition faces challenges.

Demand for power is growing rapidly in emerging economies, prompting countries such as India to expand renewable energy while continuing to rely on coal. The challenge is to meet rising electricity needs while gradually pushing fossil fuels out of the energy system.

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