COP31 electric power target sparks row over cutting fossil fuel use
While hosts Türkiye push for countries to increase electrification of global energy use, Australia is pushing for more households to be fitted with solar panels.
Türkiye's proposal to boost electricity's share of global energy consumption to 35% by 2035 has sparked controversy at COP31. Australia supports the initiative, aiming to double households with rooftop solar to 300 million by 2030. While the 35% target could potentially cut global warming by 0.3C, concerns persist over fossil fuel reliance.
Australia's Climate and Energy Minister, Chris Bowen, insists the goal is necessary for meeting 1.5-degree warming targets. Australia's support for solar households joins other nations, including Bangladesh, Kenya, Nigeria, and Palau. The plan's future depends on whether clean energy will be the sole source of electricity.
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