Recent observed changes in global energy systems include continued growth in energy demand, led by increased demand for electricity by industry and buildings  . Growth in energy demand has also been driven by increased demand for industrial products, materials, building energy services, floor space and all modes of transportation. This growth in demand, however, has been moderated by improvements in energy efficiency in industry, buildings and transportation sectors  . There is also a trend of moving away from coal
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