Global Oil Demand to Drop Sharply and Peak This Decade, According to IEA Projections
- The IEA forecasts global oil demand will increase slightly to 2028, then drop significantly as countries adopt cleaner energy sources.
- Demand for gasoline and fossil fuels will peak in 2028, while demand for aviation fuel will drive most remaining growth.
- Oil demand growth is projected to fall by half in 2024 and peak in 2028 due to the shift to renewable energy, especially in the US.
- New US vehicle emission standards and rise of electric cars will determine when oil demand peaks.
- Lower gas prices in the US reflect easing inflation and dropping oil demand.