Energy Consumption The continuous expansion of the world's population translates into an increasing demand for energy to support human existence. I will focus on countries that use a lot of energy from fossil fuels, and I will also look at countries that are becoming increasingly dependent on alternative forms of energy, such as nuclear power and hydroelectric power, and others including geothermal energy and solar. The fossil fuels I will look at are coal, natural gas, and oil. Within the oil sector, I will specifically show the demand for oil imports. I will also focus on renewable energy, such as nuclear energy, hydropower, geothermal and solar energy consumption. Some forms of energy are rapidly running out, such as oil, coal and natural gas, and if countries do not increasingly diversify their dependence on fossil fuels, economic tragedies will occur in the near future. Recognizing this problem, countries around the world are increasingly relying on renewable energy, not only for the economic benefits, but also for the environmental benefits that result in healthier living conditions for all humans. Coal is a fossil fuel that poses serious threats to our environment, including greenhouse gases, acid rain and air pollutants. It has the lowest consumption rate of all fossil fuels. Among all countries, Japan recorded the highest consumption rate of over 150 million tonnes of oil equivalent (Mt). This country accounts for a quarter of the world's total coal imports, which reached 659 Mt (Key World Energy). Countries need to focus on alternative renewable energy sources so they can become more self-sufficient. This is important because economies are very susceptible to price fluctuations, and... middle of paper... the elegant way in which most of us use energy. So if you personally want to do something to save the planet, think about what kind of car you have and how you use it. Works Cited1. Academic. OFFSTAT. 22 January 2004. Main world energy statistics2003.2. Academic. OFFSTAT. January 31, 2004. International information on renewable energy.3. Academic. OFFSTAT. January 31, 2004. Statistical Review of World Energy2003.4. “Millions of tonnes of oil equivalent”. February 1, 2004.5. "Petroleum products". 1 Frebraury 2004.6. Renewable sources in global energy supply. January 22nd 2004.