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<p>Fossil fuels account for two thirds of global greenhouse gas emissions. The science
is clear that the world is off track to meet the Paris Agreement temperature goals
and we must reduce emissions if we are to avoid dangerous climate change.</p><p>Countries
need reliable and sustainable supplies of energy if they are to tackle poverty effectively
by growing their economies, creating jobs, and delivering essential services, and
UK support for energy is increasingly invested in renewables. Since 2011, the UK has
provided 33 million people with improved access to clean energy, avoided 31 million
tonnes of greenhouse gas emissions and installed 2,000 MW of clean energy capacity.</p><p>The
UK was the first major economy in the world to make a legally binding net zero commitment.
The UK will continue to lead by example through aligning our Official Development
Assistance with the Paris Agreement temperature goals, including our support for energy.
The UK keeps its balance of support for overseas projects under constant review to
ensure alignment with government priorities, including on climate change.</p>
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