COP31 President-Designate Murat Kurum launched a significant global electrification target, aiming to boost the share of final energy demand met by electricity from just over 20% to 35% by 2035. This initiative, announced at the Bonn Climate Change Conference, is a cornerstone of the COP31 Presidency’s Action Agenda, designed to accelerate the transition away from direct fossil fuel use across buildings, transport, and industry.
Context for Electrification Push
The push for increased electrification is a critical component of the global effort to combat climate change and meet the goals set by the Paris Agreement. Currently, a large portion of global energy consumption relies on fossil fuels, contributing significantly to greenhouse gas emissions. This reliance also exposes economies and consumers to volatile energy markets and price shocks, as recently demonstrated by global energy crises.
“35% by 2035” Target Details
Türkiye’s Minister of Environment, Urbanisation and Climate Change, Murat Kurum, presented the
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