Information about renewable energy and how the world's energy system must continue to transform in order to combat climate change. Presents statistics about what different countries are doing to use more and more renewable energy sources, and the roadblocks that remain. Discusses projections for the future demand for electricity and the factors that are driving this increasing demand. The impact on societies and economies is also discussed, as well as the economic benefits of pursuing climate-safe solutions. Six recommended actions are suggested at the end of the slideshow.

Concepts

energy transformation

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Additional Tags

clean energy, renewable energy, irena, irena: how to transform energy system and reduce carbon emissions / ohio env.es.5.a, international renewable energy agency, ohio env.es.5.a, renewable energy resources

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Classroom Considerations

• Knovation Readability Score: 5 (1 low difficulty, 5 high difficulty)
• The intended use for this resource is Instructional