The COP31 proposal aims to increase electricity's share in global final energy demand to 35% by 2035, emphasizing the importance of electrification beyond power generation. The distinction between primary, final, and useful energy is crucial in understanding the transition to a decarbonized economy, with a focus on electro-efficiency to reduce energy consumption. The article highlights the need for a useful-energy companion to final-energy targets for accurate measurement of electrification progress, calling for transparency in measuring useful energy to drive efficient climate solutions. Accurate data on all three types of energy is essential for assessing progress towards efficient energy services and tracking the transition from combustion to electricity effectively.
https://cleantechnica.com/2026/07/05/final-energy-is-official-useful-energy-steers-the-transition/