UK could halve energy demand by 2050 without reducing quality of life

London, UK - Electric vehicle (EV) charging station in Hornsey

Moving local services closer together is one way to cut transport use

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The UK could halve its demand for energy by 2050 without compromising quality of life, according to researchers who say curbing energy use will be vital to meeting the country’s climate targets.

A growth in vegan diets from 3 per cent of the population to a quarter, steps to ensure that electronics, clothing and cars last much longer and a 25 per cent cut in travel by making local services closer to people are among the more than …

source: newscientist.com