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bp Statistical Review shows 4.5% drop in primary energy consumption in 2020; mainly driven by oil

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Both primary energy consumption and carbon emissions from energy use fell at their fastest rate seen since the Second World War, while renewable energy continued its trajectory of strong growth, with wind and solar power recording their largest ever annual increase. Key highlights: Primary energy consumption fell by 4.5% million b/d).

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BP Statistical Review finds global oil share down for 12th year in a row, coal share up to highest level since 1969; renewables at 2%

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Oil demand grew by less than 1%—the slowest rate amongst fossil fuels—while gas grew by 2.2%, and coal was the only fossil fuel with above average annual consumption growth at 5.4% Gas production globally grew by 3.1%; the US recorded 7.7% The EU’s decline in gas production was the highest on record (-11.4%).

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Global CO2 emissions up 3% in 2011; per capita CO2 emissions in China reach EU levels

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tonnes per capita, despite a decline due to the recession in 2008-2009, high oil prices and an increased share of natural gas. Natural gas consumption increased globally by 2.2% One of the main CO 2 reduction options is the use of ‘new’ renewable energy sources (excluding hydropower), such as solar and wind energy and biofuels.

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EV myths busted: Are electric vehicles actually good for the environment?

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40% of our energy comes from renewable sources, such as hydro, geothermal and wind. Ecotricity, which supplies electricity to the two main charging infrastructures in New Zealand, provide 100% renewable and carbon zero certified electricity – generated solely from wind, hydro and solar sources. MORE EV MYTHS EXPLAINED.

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EV myths busted: Are electric vehicles actually good for the environment?

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40% of our energy comes from renewable sources, such as hydro, geothermal and wind. Ecotricity, which supplies electricity to the two main charging infrastructures in New Zealand, provide 100% renewable and carbon zero certified electricity – generated solely from wind, hydro and solar sources. MORE EV MYTHS EXPLAINED.