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Around the world, more people are seeking access to energy and the economic and social progress
it enables. Population and economic growth – particularly in developing countries – are expected
to push global demand for energy higher by almost 35 percent by 2030 compared to 2005.
New technologies – in areas like medicine, computing, and personal communications – are creating
new demands for energy, while other technologies are enabling us to use energy more efficiently
and with less environmental impact. New energy sources are also emerging.
We believe the most effective way to address these intertwined challenges over the long term
is to seek integrated solutions focused on expanding supplies, increasing efficiency, and mitigating
emissions. Looking to the future, ExxonMobil realizes the scale of this global challenge is enormous,
but so, too, is our commitment to succeed and our capacity to innovate. We are confident that
by pursuing these integrated solutions, the world can achieve greater energy security,
environmental progress, and economic prosperity.
Global energy demand continues to grow. The future of energy
is directly linked to the well-being and prosperity of the world’s people.
Looking forward we see a dual challenge. Providing energy to meet
growing needs while protecting the environment requires an integrated set of solutions.
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