As a result the scenario features more than 9 billion people enjoying a much higher GDP than today's 7 billion in 2050 while using less energy not just per capita, but overall. (economist.com)
The residential, commercial and industrial sectors used less energy in 2015 except for petroleum use, which increased by 2 percent. (sciencedaily.com)
They also use less energy to remove moisture, with 15 percent more efficiency. (nyserda.ny.gov)