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RFF Event | Global Energy Outlook 2026: How the World Lost the Goal of 1.5°C

On Tuesday, April 7 RFF hosted “Global Energy Outlook 2026: How the World Lost the Goal of 1.5°C,” which coincided with the release of the 2026 Global Energy Outlook—RFF’s annual report that synthesizes global energy market projections and analysis from leading energy organizations and corporations. During the webinar, RFF researchers discussed key findings on a variety of topics, including how the world veered off track from achieving international climate goals; rapidly rising global electricity demand; the uncertain global outlook for coal; evolving projections for transportation fuels; and more.

The webinar featured an in-depth panel discussion that delved deeper into the topics explored in the report, along with the energy impacts of developments in Venezuela and the Middle East. Panelists also discussed the outlook for future international climate negotiations, domestic industrial strategy, and more.