What will be the largest source of global primary energy consumption in 2030?

Other Renewables (e.g., solar, wind, biomass)26.8%

Oil26.2%

Natural Gas15.7%

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Other Renewables (e.g., solar, wind, biomass)

Oil

Natural Gas

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Authors:

dougiebuckets

Opened:

Mar 26, 2025

Closes:

Jan 1, 2031

Scheduled resolution:

Jul 1, 2031

Spot Scoring Time:

Mar 30, 2025

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