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IEA says carbon emissions will peak in 2025 in ‘historic turning point’

Higher investment in wind and solar is setting up demand for fossil fuels to peak or plateau, leading to a drop in emissions. AP - Ng Han Guan

The International Energy Agency says global energy emissions will likely peak in 2025 as surging prices due to the Russian invasion of Ukraine propel investment in renewable energy sources such as wind and solar.

"The global energy crisis triggered by Russia's invasion of Ukraine is causing profound and long-lasting changes that have the potential to hasten the transition to a more sustainable and secure energy system," the IEA said as it released its latest annual World Energy Outlook report.

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