Electrification efficiency: The world will need less energy after the transition

A transition to electrification of energy usage will lead to a decrease in overall energy consumption, according to a recent study. The study found that when energy is used more efficiently, as is the case with electric appliances, less energy is required to perform the same tasks. This is due to the fact that electric motors are more efficient than their combustion engine counterparts, with some studies showing that electric vehicles can be up to 60% more efficient. As a result, the world will need less energy after the transition to electrification, which could lead to a decrease in greenhouse gas emissions and a reduction in energy waste. However, the study also notes that the production of electricity itself still needs to be made more sustainable, as the majority of the world's energy still comes from fossil fuels.