# What is the electrification target at COP31 and can countries meet it?

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1 outlet covering · First listed: New Scientist, Nov 10, 2026, 8:49 AM · Read it: <https://www.newscientist.com/article/2598177-what-is-the-electrification-target-at-cop31-and-can-countries-meet-it/>

The world will need to quadruple its pace on electrification to meet the target being pushed by the COP31 presidency this week, but increasingly affordable renewable energy could put the goal within reach

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- Nov 10, 2026, 8:49 AM: [What is the electrification target at COP31 and can countries meet it?](<https://www.newscientist.com/article/2598177-what-is-the-electrification-target-at-cop31-and-can-countries-meet-it/>) — New Scientist (Magazine, United Kingdom)
  The world will need to quadruple its pace on electrification to meet the target being pushed by the COP31 presidency this week, but increasingly affordable renewable energy could put the goal within reach