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Interactive graph shows growth in global energy consumption
CNN’s Earth’ Frontiers maps out the changes in global energy consumption for different regions of the world between the years of 1980 and 2007. A colorful interactive ‘infographic’ shows how population, CO2 emissions from energy, and electricity – both total and renewable – have changed over the years.
The interactive graph is based on data from the U.S. Energy Information Administration. Most striking, though not surprisingly so, is Asia’s rapid and massive growth.
The graphic cannot be embedded, so click on the link below to check it out:
by Graham Land
Tags: CNN, consumption, energy, global
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