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Around 150 million people in Asia and the Pacific lack access to electricity, while many more cook using unhealthy, polluting fuels, stunting economic growth and social development.
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Fossil fuels account for 75% of Asia's energy and the region accounts for more than half of global consumption.
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Population without access to electricity
Around 150 million people in Asia and the Pacific lack access to electricity.
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Asia and the Pacific infrastructure needs, 2016-2030
Climate adjusted investment in energy accounts for 56% of what the region needs up to 2030.
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Share of greenhouse gas emissions
Asia and the Pacific accounts for more than 50% of global CO 2 emissions where more than half comes from electricity and heat.