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Pursuing a 2°C pathway
Many uncertainties exist concerning the future of energy demand and supply, including potential actions that societies may take
to address the risks of climate change.
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Outlook for Energy: A perspective to 2040
The 2019 Outlook for Energy is ExxonMobil’s latest view of energy demand and supply through 2040. For many years the Outlook has helped inform ExxonMobil’s long-term business strategies, investment plans and research programs.
Global fundamentals
Energy is essential for society’s progress. Economic expansion and improving access to energy enable longer, more productive lives for the growing global population.
Energy matters
With the world’s population estimated to reach more than 9 billion people in 2040, providing enough affordable energy to help improve global living standards is a significant challenge. We expect that continued progress, powered by human ingenuity and technology, will help make better lives possible, while appropriately addressing climate risks.How we develop our Outlook
ExxonMobil uses a data-driven approach to understand potential future energy demand and supply.
Energy supply
Energy – in all its forms – enables growth and prosperity. As economies grow, as technology advances, as consumers become more environmentally aware, and as policies adapt, global energy demand will evolve to meet changing needs.