Apr 18, 2024
World Energy Consumption - By Source
What's Shown
This is a stacked bar chart showing the distribution of total energy consumed by each region, by source. This chart has been repurposed out of the BP statistical review of world energy 2022.
Key Takeaways
- Carbon-based energy methods are still the dominant form worldwide, with promising exceptions coming from Central and South America.
- Nuclear energy continues to be underrepresented globally as many regions lack infrastructure needed for cheap and clean power.
- The Middle East has the least diverse energy mix, with the EU having the most.