Projected Energy Consumption 2050. In our annual energy outlook 2022 (aeo2022) reference case, which reflects current laws and regulations, we project that the share of u.s. Globally, we project increased consumption of natural gas through 2050.

Forecasting final energy consumption at the global and regional levels, based on enerdata’s recognised energy forecasting scenarios. Advanced economies will tend to reduce their consumption, balancing growth in developing countries.