# Energy Demand Rises Amid Climate Tensions | San Jose News

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Podcast: [San Jose News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/san-jose-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7463308)
Published: 2026-07-18T06:40:14+00:00
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## Resource

Global energy demand is surging 2.5% this year, fueled by economic rebounds in emerging markets, with renewables gaining ground but fossil fuels still dominating. While clean energy investments are accelerating, they’re falling short of climate targets without deeper infrastructure upgrades. The human impact? Some see cheaper energy as economies recover, others face price swings and supply risks. Solar and wind are hitting record highs—but not fast enough. Natural gas markets remain volatile, tied to geopolitics. The world is caught in a tightrope: balancing urgent energy needs with long-term sustainability. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/69afd6f2cb57f324

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