See this visualization first on the Voronoi app. Use This Visualization Mapped: Europe’s Housing Cost Burden by Country This was originally posted on our Voronoi app. Download the app for free on iOS or Android and discover incredible data-driven charts from a variety of trusted sources. Key Takeaways Housing cost burden refers to the share of people who spend more than 40% of their income on housing. Among European countries, Greece faces the highest rate of urban residents under this strain, with 29% of its population affected. Denmark and Norway rank next in line, with 22.7% and 21.0% of the population being overburdened. For many European countries, housing costs are eating up a larger share of workers’ paychecks. Given rising unaffordability, protests have erupted across Spain, Lisbon, and Berlin as the gap between wages and rent widens. In Hungary, for instance, home prices have soared 234% between 2010 and 2024— far outpacing the EU average of 55.4%. This graphic shows the housing cost burden of European countries in 2024, based on data from Eurostat. Which Countries Have the Highest Housing Cost Burden? In the table below, we rank EU countries by the share of the population that pays more than 40% of household income, net of tax and pension contributions, on housing: RankCountryShare of urban population spending >40% of income on housing (2024) 1 Greece29.0% 2 Denmark22.7% 3 Norway21.0% 4 Switzerland20.4% 5 Czechia14.1% 6 Sweden13.2% 7 Germany13.1% 8 Austria12.0% 9 Hungary11.3% 10 Belgium11.1% 11 Luxembourg9.8% 12 Netherlands9.7% 13 Serbia9.6% 14 France9.4% 15 Estonia8.7% 16 Spain8.5% 17 Portugal8.2% 18 Finland7.7% 19 Slovakia7.4% 20 Latvia7.3% 21 Bulgaria6.6% 22 Italy6.6% 23 Ireland5.7% 24 Poland5.7% 25 Malta4.6% 26 Slovenia4.6% 27 Romania4.3% 28 Lithuania4.2% 29 Croatia3.4% 30 Cyprus2.6% Data for Switzerland as of 2023. With the third-lowest wages in the EU, paired with rising home prices, the share of overburdened residents in Greece is nearly triple the EU average. In 2024, the home price-to-income ratio reached 12.7—its highest level since 2007. Not only has sustained inflation contributed to this trend, an influx of foreign buyers has further driven up prices. Meanwhile, Denmark ranks in second, with 22.7% of the population overburdened. Since June 2024, the central bank has cut interest rates eight times, fueling higher housing demand. In Copenhagen, the Danish capital, home prices have doubled over the past decade. By contrast, Germany’s higher wages cushion the impact of higher living costs, with 13.1% of the population facing home costs that exceed 40% of income. Overall, wages in Germany are about 35% higher than the EU average. On the other hand, Croatia and Lithuania rank among the most affordable, driven by high home ownership rates that help insulate residents from fluctuating housing costs. Learn More on the Voronoi App To learn more about this topic, check out this graphic on the world’s most unaffordable housing markets.

See this visualization first on the Voronoi app. New Research Shows How People Actually Use ChatGPT This was originally posted on our Voronoi app. Download the app for free on iOS or Android and discover incredible data-driven charts from a variety of trusted sources. New research breaks down ChatGPT usage behavior based on over one million messages. Over half of ChatGPT use cases are for learning and productivity. 90% of users rely on the free version of ChatGPT. What do people actually use ChatGPT for? It’s a question that has lingered since the tool first went viral back in 2022. Now, a new research paper from OpenAI sheds light on user behavior by analyzing a sample of 1.1 million messages from active ChatGPT users between May 2024 to July 2025. The findings, summarized in a helpful visualization by Made Visual Daily, show that ChatGPT’s core appeal is utility: helping users solve real-world problems, write better, and find information fast. How People Use ChatGPT The table below summarizes the major use categories identified in the study: ChatGPT Usage CategorySubcategoryPercentage Seeking InformationSpecific Info18.3 WritingEdit Or Critique Provided Text10.6 Practical GuidanceTutoring Or Teaching10.2 Practical GuidanceHow To Advice8.5 WritingPersonal Writing Or Comms8.0 Practical GuidanceHealth, Fitness, Self Care5.7 WritingTranslation4.5 MultimediaCreate An Image4.2 Technical HelpComputer Programming4.2 Other / UnknownOther / Unknown4.1 Practical GuidanceCreative Ideation3.9 WritingArgument / Summary Generation3.6 Technical HelpMathematical Calculation3.0 Seeking InformationPurchasable Products2.1 Self-ExpressionGreetings And Chitchat2.0 Self-ExpressionRelationships / Reflection1.9 WritingWrite Fiction1.4 MultimediaGenerate / Retrieve Other Media1.1 Seeking InformationCooking And Recipes0.9 MultimediaAnalyze An Image0.6 Other / UnknownAsking About The Model0.4 Self-ExpressionGames And Role Play0.4 Technical HelpData Analysis0.4 Over 55% of ChatGPT prompts fell into either learning or productivity-related tasks. Users often turn to the chatbot for help understanding concepts, writing emails, summarizing articles, or coding. A wide base of users are using the tool as a digital assistant, tutor, or research aide. Meanwhile, niche categories like roleplaying and entertainment make up a smaller but meaningful slice. These uses include things like fictional storytelling, game design, and writing fan fiction. Their growth points to ChatGPT’s creative potential beyond functional tasks. Why This Study Matters This is the first large-scale analysis that classifies how ChatGPT is actually used, rather than relying on anecdotal evidence or surveys. It also reveals how people across professions—from marketers to software developers—are integrating AI into their daily workflows. Another key insight? Most people still use the free version of ChatGPT. Only about 10% of the prompts analyzed came from paid users of GPT-4, suggesting that even the free-tier model is driving widespread productivity. Learn More on the Voronoi App Want to see how ChatGPT compares to other AI tools in terms of market share? Check out ChatGPT Dominates AI Market Share on the Voronoi app.

See this visualization first on the Voronoi app. Use This Visualization Visualizing $1.5 Trillion in Global Power Investment This was originally posted on our Voronoi app. Download the app for free on iOS or Android and discover incredible data-driven charts from a variety of trusted sources. Key Takeaways In the past decade, global electricity investment has increased by 60%. Solar has seen the most rapid investment growth, soaring from $142 billion in 2015 to a projected $441 billion this year. Similarly, wind and nuclear investment are up 69% and 64%, respectively, as capital increasingly flows to renewable power sources. The AI boom is fueling a surge in electricity demand, as data centers consume massive amounts of power to train and run large language models. Big Tech stand as a major driver of this investment, inking billion-dollar partnerships for greener sources like nuclear and solar. Similarly, China drove almost two-thirds of the world’s renewable capacity additions in 2024 alone. This graphic shows global electricity investment by sector over the past decade, based on data from the IEA. The Surge in Renewable Power Sources Below, we show how clean power is playing a greater role in electricity generation worldwide: Sector2015 (B)2025E (B)Growth Solar$142$441211% Grids$331$41325% Wind$143$24269% Coal$91$82-10% Nuclear$45$7464% Natural gas$70$700% Hydro$59$7019% Battery storage$0$66n/a Other$55$36-35% Total$936$1,49460% With investments climbing 211% between 2015 and 2025, solar power has become the world’s fastest-growing power source, projected to reach $441 billion of global investment this year. Moreover, 75% of renewable capacity additions globally were driven by solar PV in 2024. Notably, solar PV additions jumped by 55% annually in America, 30% in China, and 153% in India. As we can see, investment in grids is projected to reach $413 billion, up 25% since 2015. Yet, the sector faces numerous bottlenecks including permitting delays and rising equipment costs given high generation demand. Meanwhile, wind power investment is anticipated to reach $242 billion this year—a 69% increase since 2015. While growth wind power additions weakened in 2024 across key markets like Brazil, Europe, and Brazil, both India and China saw moderate increases over the year. Learn More on the Voronoi App To learn more about this topic, check out this graphic on electricity use per capita in across major economies.

Published 6 hours ago on September 16, 2025 By Julia Wendling Graphics & Design Athul Alexander Twitter Facebook LinkedIn Reddit Pinterest Email The following content is sponsored by Tema ETFs AI Is Powering a New Electricity Boom The rise of Artificial Intelligence (AI) brings enormous benefits, but it also presents challenges—chief among them is the technology’s heavy electricity use. In partnership with Tema ETFs and the second post in VOLTage week, this visualization highlights how AI is projected to drive growing electricity demand in the years ahead, using data from McKinsey. AI & Electricity Use Artificial intelligence consumes a lot of electricity for several reasons. Training a model requires processing massive datasets, which demands huge amounts of computing power. The more complex the model, the more energy it takes to run. Even after training, energy use continues. Every time an AI answers a query—a process called inference—it requires graphics processing unit (GPU) power, adding significantly to energy demand.   Data Centers Artificial intelligence needs data centers because the models are too large and complex to run on ordinary computers. Data centers provide the specialized GPUs, storage, and networking required for model training and inference. All of this hardware consumes large amounts of electricity to function.  On top of that, cooling systems are needed to keep servers from overheating, which adds even more power use. As AI adoption grows, so does the electricity demand tied to expanding data center capacity. AI’s Growing Share of Data Center Capacity In 2025, artificial intelligence is already projected to consume more data center capacity than all other workloads combined—44 gigawatts versus 38 gigawatts. That gives AI a 54% share of total capacity. YearAI (gigawatts)Non-AI (gigawatts)AI Share 2025P443853.7% 2026P624060.8% 2027P834564.8% 2028P1025067.1% 2029P1245668.9% 2030P1566470.9% Looking ahead, the shift becomes even more dramatic. By 2030, demand from artificial intelligence workloads is expected to reach 156 gigawatts, compared to 64 gigawatts for non-AI uses. At that point, AI would account for nearly 71% of all data center demand. Looking Ahead Electricity demand is set to climb steadily as AI adoption accelerates and data centers expand. This structural growth could create a powerful tailwind for companies involved in power generation, grid infrastructure, and energy technologies. For investors, the sector could offer a compelling long-term opportunity to capitalize on the digital and energy transitions shaping the future. The Tema Electrification ETF (VOLT) invests in the companies powering the future—from energy generation to grid modernization and power management technologies. Electrify your portfolio. Learn more about VOLT. Source: McKinsey (2024)  Carefully consider the Fund’s investment objectives, risk factors, charges and expenses before investing. This and additional information can be found in the Fund’s prospectus or summary prospectus, which may be obtained by visiting www.temaetfs.com. Read the prospectus carefully before investing Investing involves risk including possible loss of principal. There is no guarantee the adviser’s investment strategy will be successful. Distributor: Foreside Fund Services, LLC. More from Tema ETFs Energy1 day ago Which Sources Will Dominate U.S. Electricity Use? (2024-2050) VOLTage Week: Which sources are likely to drive the upcoming electricity surge? Economy2 months ago Ranked: U.S. States Gaining the Most Jobs from Reshoring As the reshoring trend accelerates, millions of manufacturing jobs are returning to American soil. But the benefits aren’t being shared equally across the country. Economy3 months ago Visualized: Reshoring Investments in the U.S. Have Surged to $1.7T Reshoring began with supply chain disruptions and sluggish job growth—now it’s gaining momentum with the White House. Markets4 months ago Ranked: 2025’s 10 Largest S&P 500 Stocks When you invest in S&P 500 stocks, you’re gaining exposure to the 500 biggest publicly traded companies in the U.S.—but not equally. Economy4 months ago Ranked: America’s $425B Trade Deficit by Product See which goods drive America’s $425B trade deficit—and why they signal key opportunities for U.S. reshoring and domestic investment. Markets4 months ago Visualized: The Rising Concentration of the S&P 500 By early 2025, the top ten companies in the S&P 500 made up nearly 40%, marking a high degree of market concentration. Markets4 months ago The Surging Value of the Magnificent 7 Versus the S&P 500 (2014-2024) The Magnificent 7 stocks have soared from $1.8T in 2014 to over $18T by 2024—but is their growing dominance making the S&P 500 concentrated? Subscribe Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Join the 375,000+ subscribers who receive our daily email *Sign Up

See this visualization first on the Voronoi app. Use This Visualization Ranked: Which Countries Buy the Most U.S. Coal? This was originally posted on our Voronoi app. Download the app for free on iOS or Android and discover incredible data-driven charts from a variety of trusted sources. Key Takeaways The U.S. exported 97.6M tonnes of coal in 2024, representing 25% of its domestic coal production. The top customers were all in Asia: India (23%), China (12%), and Japan (8%). Coal remains a major U.S. export, even as the domestic energy mix shifts toward natural gas and renewables. In 2024, America exported nearly 100 million tonnes of coal to countries around the world, with a concentration of buyers in Asia. This visualization breaks down the top destinations for U.S. coal exports last year. The data for this graphic comes from the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA). It shows 2024 coal export volumes by destination, measured in millions of tonnes. Asia: The Rising Demand Hub India led the pack with 23.4% of all U.S. coal exports, followed by China (11.5%) and Japan (8.4%). Combined, these three Asian countries accounted for nearly 43% of all American coal exports. RankDestination2024 (million tonnes)% of Total 1 India22.923.4 2 China11.311.5 3 Japan8.28.4 4 Brazil7.67.8 5 Netherlands7.27.4 6 Morocco5.45.6 7 South Korea4.34.4 8 Egypt4.24.3 9 Canada3.83.9 10 Turkey2.52.6 11 Indonesia2.12.2 12 Germany1.92.0 13 Italy1.71.7 14 Poland1.51.5 15 Dominican Republic1.31.3 16 Austria1.11.2 17 France1.11.1 18 Singapore1.01.1 19 Spain1.01.0 20 Belgium0.91.0 21 Croatia0.90.9 22 Argentina0.70.8 23 Pakistan0.70.7 24 Finland0.60.7 25 Sweden0.60.6 26 Ukraine0.50.5 27 Malaysia0.50.5 28 Chile0.30.3 29 South Africa0.20.2 30 Thailand0.20.2 31 UAE0.20.2 32 UK0.20.2 33 Guatemala0.10.2 34 Vietnam0.10.1 35 Romania0.10.1 36 Togo0.10.1 37 Norway0.10.1 38 Honduras0.10.1 39 Switzerland0.10.1 Since 2017, Asia has eclipsed Europe as the leading destination for U.S. coal. In 2024, India alone purchased 22.9 million tonnes. India’s high demand for U.S. coal is driven by a combination of energy security needs, domestic production gaps, and infrastructure limitations. Currently, the country relies heavily on coal to generate electricity—over 70% of its electricity comes from coal-fired power plants. Europe’s Waning Role While several European countries still import American coal, their overall share has declined. The Netherlands remains a key buyer (7.4%), but other nations like Germany, Italy, and Poland account for smaller volumes. The EU’s push to phase out coal and meet climate targets has sharply reduced demand in the region. Notably, many European buyers now import U.S. coal primarily for metallurgical (steelmaking) rather than power generation uses. Emerging and Niche Markets Beyond Asia and Europe, a number of countries in Latin America, Africa, and the Middle East imported smaller quantities of U.S. coal in 2024. Brazil (7.8%) and Morocco (5.6%) were notable non-Asian buyers. Learn More on the Voronoi App If you enjoyed today’s post, check out What Powered the World in 2024? on Voronoi, the new app from Visual Capitalist.

See this visualization first on the Voronoi app. Use This Visualization Mapped: America’s Homeless Population by State This was originally posted on our Voronoi app. Download the app for free on iOS or Android and discover incredible data-driven charts from a variety of trusted sources. Key Takeaways California—also the most populous state—has the largest homeless population in the country, at more than 187,000 people counted in January, 2024. While total counts often mirror overall population, there are notable exceptions such as New York (#2 in homelessness, #4 by total residents), Washington (#3 vs. #13), and Massachusetts (#5 vs. #16). The last time a federal government agency did a count, more than 770,000 people were experiencing homelessness across America. If put together, they would be larger than Alaska’s population. The map above visualizes how those 771,000 individuals are distributed, revealing wide disparities between states and regions. Data for this visualization is sourced from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Its annual Point-in-Time (PIT) survey counts sheltered and unsheltered people experiencing homelessness on a single night each January. Importantly, these PIT counts are conducted by local Continuums of Care (CoCs) across the country with varying methodology. Some use census counts, others use sampling and extrapolation, or a hybrid of methods. As a result, they can undercount unsheltered populations, people couch‑surfing, or those avoiding contact. U.S. States Ranked by Their Homeless Population With 187,000 people unhoused, California alone accounts for roughly one-quarter of the national homeless population. RankStateState CodeHomeless Population (Jan. 2024) 1CaliforniaCA187,084 2New YorkNY158,019 3WashingtonWA31,554 4FloridaFL31,362 5MassachusettsMA29,360 6TexasTX27,987 7IllinoisIL25,832 8OregonOR22,875 9ColoradoCO18,715 10ArizonaAZ14,737 11PennsylvaniaPA14,088 12New JerseyNJ12,762 13GeorgiaGA12,290 14OhioOH11,759 15HawaiiHI11,637 16North CarolinaNC11,626 17NevadaNV10,106 18MichiganMI9,739 19MinnesotaMN9,201 20TennesseeTN8,280 21MissouriMO7,312 22VirginiaVA7,141 23IndianaIN6,285 24MarylandMD6,069 25District of ColumbiaDC5,616 26OklahomaOK5,467 27KentuckyKY5,231 28WisconsinWI5,049 29New MexicoNM4,631 30AlabamaAL4,601 31South CarolinaSC4,593 32UtahUT3,869 33LouisianaLA3,469 34VermontVT3,458 35ConnecticutCT3,410 36KansasKS2,793 37ArkansasAR2,783 38IdahoID2,750 39NebraskaNE2,720 40MaineME2,702 41AlaskaAK2,686 42IowaIA2,631 43Rhode IslandRI2,442 44New HampshireNH2,245 45Puerto RicoPR2,096 46MontanaMT2,008 47West VirginiaWV1,779 48DelawareDE1,358 49South DakotaSD1,338 50GuamGU1,249 51MississippiMS1,041 52North DakotaND865 53WyomingWY501 54U.S. Virgin IslandsVI279 N/AU.S.USA771,480 That figure has climbed by nearly 74,000 people since 2015, driven by high housing costs, a shortage of mental-health resources, and persistent income inequality. Even when controlling for population, the Golden State’s rate of homelessness—4.7 per 1,000 residents—is more than double the U.S. average (2.3). Naturally, the most populous states in the country will also have the most people experiencing homelessness, but it’s not always a perfect match. Homelessness Numbers Don’t Always Mirror State Populations New York ranks fourth in overall residents but second in people experiencing homelessness. In fact, New York City alone shelters more than 100,000 people on any given night. Washington state is another outlier. It’s the 13th-most-populous state, but records the third-largest homeless count, reflecting the acute affordable housing shortages in Seattle and the Puget Sound region. Meanwhile, Massachusetts—also facing a severe housing crunch—places fifth by homelessness, ahead of more populous states like Texas and Illinois. Hidden Homelessness Hotspots in Smaller States Smaller jurisdictions also stand out when adjusting for scale. Hawaii and the District of Columbia each report fewer than 12,000 people experiencing homelessness. Yet their per capita rates (8 per 1,000 residents) exceed those of California. Vermont, Alaska, and Oregon likewise rank high relative to their populations (between 3–5, per 1,000 residents). Learn More on the Voronoi App For more related coverage, check out The World’s Most Affordable Housing Markets on Voronoi, the new app from Visual Capitalist.

Voltage Week at Visual Capitalist Electricity is entering a new era. From AI-driven demand surges in data centers to the revival of nuclear power, the systems that power our world are being reimagined. Voltage Week is a special editorial series from Visual Capitalist, in partnership with Tema ETFs, exploring one of the most important transformations of our time: electrification. Throughout the week, we’ll break down the data behind: The explosive electricity needs of AI Power grids struggling to keep pace with demand The role of nuclear and renewables in future supply And more on the forces reshaping global energy How It Works Daily content drops: Each day, we publish a new visual or data story unpacking a critical piece of the electrification puzzle. One central hub: All Voltage Week content lives in one place, so you can follow the story as it develops. More to explore: The hub also connects you to other Visual Capitalist content, offering broader context on the forces reshaping global energy. Who It’s For Investors, executives, policymakers, and anyone who wants to understand the shifts driving electrification will gain actionable insights into how these changes impact industries, markets, and society at large. About our Sponsor Voltage Week is an editorial partnership between Visual Capitalist, and our sponsor Tema ETFs, an active ETF investment manager and issuer of the Electrification ETF (VOLT). The Tema Electrification ETF (VOLT) invests in the companies powering the future —from energy generation to grid modernization and power management technologies. Electrify your portfolio. Want to Align Your Brand with Events Like This? Visual Capitalist editorial weeks bring together data-driven storytelling and a global audience of over 100 million investors, executives, and decision-makers. As a sponsor, your brand gains exclusive visibility during our largest editorial pushes—from homepage takeovers and dedicated newsletters to high-impact distribution across our social channels. If you want your brand’s name in lights, check out our full content calendar  to see what’s available for 2026. explore the voltage week hub

See this visualization first on the Voronoi app. Use This Visualization Who Makes the World’s Steel? Top 10 Countries, Ranked This was originally posted on our Voronoi app. Download the app for free on iOS or Android and discover incredible data-driven charts from a variety of trusted sources. Key Takeaways China produces more than half of the world’s steel supply, crossing the 1 billion-tonne mark in 2024. Surging domestic construction, a vast manufacturing base, and state-led infrastructure projects underpin China’s dominance. Steel is the backbone of modern infrastructure, found in everything from skyscrapers and bridges to cars and household appliances. This infographic ranks the world’s top steel-producing nations by crude steel production in 2024, measured in tonnes. Data for this visualization is sourced from World Steel Association. Ranked: Top 10 Steel Producing Countries in 2024 China churned out a whopping 1 billion tonnes of crude steel in 2024. For reference, this is more than the combined output of every other country in the world. RankName2024 Crude Steel Production (Tonnes) 1 China1.0B 2 India149.4M 3 Japan84.0M 4 U.S.79.5M 5 Russia71.0M 6 South Korea63.6M 7 Germany37.2M 8 Türkiye36.9M 9 Brazil33.8M 10 Iran31.4M N/A Rest of World292.6M N/A World Total1.9B That sheer scale reflects decades of rapid urbanization, government stimulus, and an export-oriented manufacturing machine. Although environmental pressures are prompting capacity caps, Beijing’s latest five-year plan still prioritizes high-tech and green construction, implying continued robust demand. Other Major Steel Producing Countries India remains a distant second at 149 million tonnes, yet it is the only top producer logging double-digit growth year-over-year. New blast furnaces and electric-arc furnace investments aim to propel India to the 300-million-tonne mark by decade’s end, tightening its grip on second place. High-Income Steel Producing Countries Japan (84 million tonnes) and the U.S. (79.5 million tonnes) round out the top four, but both have seen production stagnate or decline amid aging plants and slower domestic demand in the last two decades. In fact, steel is a major category under President Trump’s new tariffs, attracting duties as high as 50% for products that contain steel manufactured in other countries. This is a roundabout attempt to force companies to use American steel, though opinions are divided on their immediate impact. This market analysis report says the U.S. steel industry is positioning itself for long-term growth despite current uncertainties. A key driver to this stated growth is the switch to electric arc furnaces, which use scrap steel (instead of iron ore) as an input product, improving efficiency and reducing emissions. Similarly, South Korea and Germany’s steel industries face high energy costs and stringent emissions rules, and they are also shifting to electric-arc technology. Together, the top 10 nations account for nearly 85% of global steel production. However, with China alone commanding 53%, it leaves the world’s steel supply highly sensitive to Chinese economic swings. Learn More on the Voronoi App If you enjoyed today’s post, check out Ranked: The Countries That Dominate Global Shipbuilding on Voronoi, the new app from Visual Capitalist.

Published 5 hours ago on September 15, 2025 By Julia Wendling Graphics & Design Athul Alexander Twitter Facebook LinkedIn Reddit Pinterest Email The following content is sponsored by Tema ETFs U.S. Electricity Demand by Source (2024-2050) Electricity demand is projected to soar in the coming decades—but by how much and which sectors are driving the surge? This visualization, created in partnership with Tema ETFs and the first post for VOLTage Week, provides visual context to the projected increase in electricity demand out to 2050. The U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) has broken the data down by four main sources.  What Is Electricity? Electricity is the flow of energy that powers our world. It runs everything from household appliances to industrial machinery and digital systems. Electricity comes from many sources, including fossil fuels, nuclear power, and renewables. A vast grid then delivers it to homes, businesses, and industries. In the U.S., EIA data shows electricity demand is expected to rise sharply, climbing from 3,938 terawatt-hours (TWh) in 2024 to 5,780 TWh in 2050. This is a near 50% increase as electrification accelerates. Demand Sources Four main sources drive electricity demand in the U.S.: residential, commercial, industrial, and transportation. But which ones are fueling the sharpest increases? All four are projected to grow significantly over the next 25 years. Commercial demand is expected to see the largest jump, rising from 1,397 TWh in 2024 to 2,254 TWh in 2050. This is a 61.3% increase (1.9% annualized). Much of this growth stems from soaring demand at commercial electric vehicle (EV) charging stations. Source2024 (TWh)2050 (TWh)Growth, 2024-2050 (%) Residential15072049+36.0 Commercial13972254+61.3 Industrial10261468+43.0 Transportation79+32.5 Total53428043+46.8 The industrial sector comes next, with demand climbing from 1,026 TWh to 1,468 TWh. This is a 43.0% increase (1.4% annualized). This reflects both the electrification of industrial processes and surging demand from data centers. Meanwhile, residential demand is projected to rise 36.0% (1.2% annualized). Transportation demand is set to grow 32.5% (1.1% annualized) as the shift toward EVs accelerates. Invest in the Surge As electricity demand surges across every sector, the energy transition presents a compelling opportunity for investors. Companies enabling electrification—whether through power generation and storage, grid infrastructure, or new technologies—could benefit from this long-term structural growth. The Tema Electrification ETF (VOLT) invests in the companies powering the future —from energy generation to grid modernization and power management technologies. Electrify your portfolio. Learn more about VOLT. Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) (as of December 31, 2024) Carefully consider the Fund’s investment objectives, risk factors, charges and expenses before investing. This and additional information can be found in the Fund’s prospectus or summary prospectus, which may be obtained by visiting www.temaetfs.com. Read the prospectus carefully before investing Investing involves risk including possible loss of principal. There is no guarantee the adviser’s investment strategy will be successful. Distributor: Foreside Fund Services, LLC. More from Tema ETFs Economy2 months ago Ranked: U.S. States Gaining the Most Jobs from Reshoring As the reshoring trend accelerates, millions of manufacturing jobs are returning to American soil. But the benefits aren’t being shared equally across the country. Economy3 months ago Visualized: Reshoring Investments in the U.S. Have Surged to $1.7T Reshoring began with supply chain disruptions and sluggish job growth—now it’s gaining momentum with the White House. Markets4 months ago Ranked: 2025’s 10 Largest S&P 500 Stocks When you invest in S&P 500 stocks, you’re gaining exposure to the 500 biggest publicly traded companies in the U.S.—but not equally. Economy4 months ago Ranked: America’s $425B Trade Deficit by Product See which goods drive America’s $425B trade deficit—and why they signal key opportunities for U.S. reshoring and domestic investment. Markets4 months ago Visualized: The Rising Concentration of the S&P 500 By early 2025, the top ten companies in the S&P 500 made up nearly 40%, marking a high degree of market concentration. Markets4 months ago The Surging Value of the Magnificent 7 Versus the S&P 500 (2014-2024) The Magnificent 7 stocks have soared from $1.8T in 2014 to over $18T by 2024—but is their growing dominance making the S&P 500 concentrated? Subscribe Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Join the 375,000+ subscribers who receive our daily email *Sign Up

See this visualization first on the Voronoi app. Use This Visualization The Top Countries by Energy Consumption Per Capita in 2024 This was originally posted on our Voronoi app. Download the app for free on iOS or Android and discover incredible data-driven charts from a variety of trusted sources. Key Takeaways Countries with smaller populations and energy-intensive industries like manufacturing, aluminum smelting, or petrochemicals rank highly in terms of energy consumption per capita. While Iceland, Qatar, and Singapore are the top three countries, North America is the region with the highest energy consumption per capita. Global energy consumption per capita continues to show striking regional disparities, shaped by industrialization, climate conditions, resource availability, and policy choices. At the country level, smaller populations with more industrialized economies reliant on heavy manufacturing or petrochemical industries rank highly among the top energy consumers per capita. This chart shows the top 15 countries by energy consumption per capita in 2024, as well as the consumption per capita across global regions using data from the Energy Institute’s Statistical Review of World Energy 2025. Iceland and Qatar Lead in Per Capita Energy Consumption Iceland had the highest per capita energy consumption worldwide in 2024 at 788 GJ per person, narrowly edging out Qatar at 769 GJ per person. RankCountryPrimary Energy Consumption in Gigajoules (GJ) per Capita in 2024 1 Iceland787.7 2 Qatar768.5 3 Singapore649.2 4 United Arab Emirates496.5 5 Kuwait383.0 6 Trinidad & Tobago381.5 7 Saudi Arabia347.2 8 Oman302.4 9 Canada298.6 10 US265.9 11 South Korea254.2 12 Russia219.4 13 Australia204.8 14 Luxembourg203.1 15 Norway200.1 Iceland’s high energy use is made possible by its abundant geothermal and hydroelectric resources, which provide near-universal access to inexpensive renewable electricity. Qatar also ranks highly since energy consumption per person is elevated due to its energy-intensive industries and reliance on air conditioning in its hot desert climate. Many of the top energy-consuming countries per capita are those with small populations but outsized energy production or extreme climate demands, such as Singapore, the United Arab Emirates, and Kuwait. Notably, Canada and Saudi Arabia remain the only two countries in the top 10 with populations above 10 million, highlighting how smaller nations dominate the per capita rankings. A Regional Look at Energy Consumption Per Person At the regional level, North America remains the world’s highest per capita energy consumer at 217 GJ per person in 2024. That’s nearly three times the global average of 73 GJ. RegionPrimary Energy Consumption in Gigajoules (GJ) per Capita in 2024 North America216.6 Commonwealth of Independent States162.7 Middle East140.5 Europe105.3 Asia Pacific63.9 South and Central America48.9 Africa13.9 World72.6 The gap between regions underscores the energy divide. North America’s energy use contrasts starkly with Africa’s 14 GJ per capita, reflecting the differences in access to energy infrastructure. Europe, at 105 GJ per capita, and the Middle East, at 141 GJ per capita, remain significant consumers. The Commonwealth of Independent States also stands out at 163 GJ per capita, driven by energy-intensive economies like Russia and Kazakhstan. Learn More on the Voronoi App To learn about how different countries’ electricity demand per capita has changed over time, check out this graphic on Voronoi, the new app from Visual Capitalist.

See this visualization first on the Voronoi app. Use This Visualization Salary by Education Level in the United States This was originally posted on our Voronoi app. Download the app for free on iOS or Android and discover incredible data-driven charts from a variety of trusted sources. Key Takeaways Earnings increase with higher levels of education, ranging from a median annual salary of $48,360 for those with just a high school diploma to $122,876 for professional degree holders. The largest salary jump occurs at the bachelor’s degree level, highlighting the value of a four-year college education. In the U.S., the connection between education and income is stark, with higher education leading to higher median earnings consistently. This visualization highlights how median annual salaries change at each successive level of educational attainment in the United States, using data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics for 2024.   Earnings by Education Level in the U.S. in 2024 Annual median earnings vary significantly across education levels in the U.S., ranging from a median of just $38,376 for those with no high school education to a high of $122,876 for professional degree holders. The data table below has the annual median salary by education level in the United States for 2024: Education levelAnnual median earnings Professional degree$122,876 Doctoral degree$118,456 Master's degree$95,680 Bachelor's degree$80,236 Associate's degree$57,148 Some college (no degree)$53,040 High school diploma$48,360 Less than a high school diploma$38,376 Doctoral degree holders in the U.S. earn an annual median of $118,456, and have one of the largest salary differences the previous level of education, earning $22,776 more than masters degree holders (who earn an annual median of $95,680). The earnings increase of getting a master’s degree after a bachelor’s isn’t as large of a gap at $15,444, due to the relatively high median salary of $80,236 for bachelor’s degree holders. The Bachelor’s Degree Salary Premium The most pronounced gap appears between associate and bachelor’s degree holders. Earning a bachelor’s degree adds $23,088 to the median salary compared to an associate degree. That’s a 40% increase over associate degree holders’ annual median salary of $57,148. This underscores the financial advantage of completing a four-year college program, even if graduate study is not pursued. While not as large of a dollar increase, earning a high school diploma is also quite valuable, adding $9,984 to annual median earnings. This ends up being a 26% salary increase over the $38,376 median for those with no high school diploma, and is the second-largest salary increase between education levels after that of the bachelor’s degree. It’s worth keeping in mind that along with boosting earning power, each level of education also likely improves job stability and long-term career growth. Learn More on the Voronoi App To learn more about how salaries in the U.S. vary across different groups, check out this visualization comparing annual salary by age on Voronoi, the new app from Visual Capitalist.

See this visualization first on the Voronoi app. Poll Results: Is Political Violence Ever Justified? This was originally posted on our Voronoi app. Download the app for free on iOS or Android and discover incredible data-driven charts from a variety of trusted sources. Key Takeaways 72% of Americans say political violence is never justified, regardless of political goals. Only 11% believe violence can sometimes be justified in a political context. 87% view political violence as at least a somewhat serious problem in the U.S. today. In a politically charged environment, events like the fatal shooting of conservative activist Charlie Kirk or the 2024 assassination attempt on Donald Trump have intensified national debate around the use of violence in politics. But despite heated rhetoric from both the left and the right, a strong majority of Americans remain firmly opposed to political violence. A recent YouGov poll, visualized by Statista, surveyed over 2,600 U.S. adults to understand public attitudes toward political violence in the U.S. Here’s a breakdown of the data from the September 2025 survey: QuestionResponseShare of Respondents Do you think it is ever justified for citizens to resort to violence in order to achieve political goals?Yes, violent crime can sometimes be justified11% Do you think it is ever justified for citizens to resort to violence in order to achieve political goals?No, violence is never justified72% Do you think it is ever justified for citizens to resort to violence in order to achieve political goals?Not sure11% Do you think it is ever justified for citizens to resort to violence in order to achieve political goals?Prefer not to say5% QuestionResponseShare of Respondents How big of a problem do you think political violence is in the U.S. today?A very big problem60% How big of a problem do you think political violence is in the U.S. today?Somewhat of a problem27% How big of a problem do you think political violence is in the U.S. today?Not very much of a problem5% How big of a problem do you think political violence is in the U.S. today?Not a problem1% How big of a problem do you think political violence is in the U.S. today?Not sure7% According to the results, 72% of Americans believe that violence is never justified to achieve political goals. Only 11% said it can be justified in some circumstances, while the rest were unsure or declined to respond. This widespread disapproval spans the political spectrum, even as high-profile incidents like the Trump rally shooting or the recent killing of Charlie Kirk fuel partisan outrage. Political Violence Seen as a Serious Issue The poll also asked respondents how serious they believe the issue of political violence is in the country today. A full 60% called it a “very big problem,” and another 27% viewed it as “somewhat of a problem.” Just 6% said it was not really a problem at all. In other words, nearly nine in 10 Americans agree that political violence is at least somewhat of a threat to democracy—suggesting rare bipartisan agreement in an otherwise divided nation. A Divided Nation, but a Shared Concern In light of the most recent attack and ongoing political tensions, the poll results offer a rare unifying insight: Americans overwhelmingly reject violence as a means of political expression. Even amid record polarization, the public appears to draw a clear moral line when it comes to bloodshed. Learn More on the Voronoi App For additional context on how Americans view their political system more broadly, check out this related Voronoi post: Americans Have Nothing Good to Say About U.S. Politics.

See this visualization first on the Voronoi app. Use This Visualization Visualized: How Kids Spend Their Screen Time This was originally posted on our Voronoi app. Download the app for free on iOS or Android and discover incredible data-driven charts from a variety of trusted sources. Key Takeaways Watching TV and videos dominates kids’ screen habits, accounting for 60% of all screen time. Screen time increases significantly with age, with five- to eight-year-olds reaching an average of three hours and 28 minutes daily. Children today are surrounded by screens at younger ages than ever before. From television and tablets to gaming and social apps, digital media is a daily part of kids’ lives. But how much time do they actually spend in front of screens, and what are they doing with that time? This graphic shows the share of screen time kids spend on different activities along with the average daily screen time by age group. The data is from a survey by The Common Sense Census 2025 of 1,578 parents of children eight or younger in the United States, conducted from August 5 to 29, 2024. Kids’ Screen Time Habits Are Dominated by Videos The survey data shows two important patterns: kids spend the majority of their screen time watching videos, and screen exposure grows sharply with age. The share of screen time spent by activity is shown in the table below: Screen time activityShare of screen time spent (0 to 8 year olds) TV/video viewing60% Gaming26% Video-chatting4% Reading (electronic)4% Social networking2% Homework1% Other3% TV and video viewing account for 60% of kids’ total screen time, making passive watching the default mode for most children. Gaming is second at 26%, pushing the combined “watch + play” share to 86% of the day on screens. Reading on screens (4%), video-chatting (4%), social networking (2%), homework (1%), and other activities (3%) together make up the remaining 14%. In short: entertainment activities crowd out everything else. Kids’ Screen Time Rises Sharply With Age Daily usage climbs quickly as children get older: from an average of just over 1 hour for children under age 2 to over 2 hours at ages 2–4. As the table below shows, the increase for ages 5–8 is even more significant at 3 hours 28 minutes. AgeAverage daily screentime (hours:minutes) Under 2 years old1:03 2 to 4 years old2:08 5 to 8 years old3:28 That’s roughly double between under-2s and ages 2–4 (103% increase), and another big jump of 1 hour 20 minutes into the early school years (63% increase). From the youngest babies to ages 5–8, total screen time rises by 145 minutes per day—about a 230% increase. This pattern reflects greater access to devices, longer attention spans, and more autonomy as kids age. Learn More on the Voronoi App To learn about kids and their relationship with technology, check out this graphic that charts out tablet and cell phone ownership among children aged two to eight on Voronoi, the new app from Visual Capitalist.

See this visualization first on the Voronoi app. Ranked: Top 20 U.S. Airports By Passenger Experience This was originally posted on our Voronoi app. Download the app for free on iOS or Android and discover incredible data-driven charts from a variety of trusted sources. Indianapolis tops the list for best passenger experience in the U.S. Rankings prioritize ease, not just traffic or amenities. Smaller hubs outperformed some of the busiest airports. What makes an airport truly great? For many travelers, it’s not size or shopping—it’s about getting through quickly, comfortably, and stress-free. This new ranking from the Washington Post takes a data-first approach to answering that question. Visualized by Julie Peasley, the index analyzes real-world metrics to measure what passengers actually care about: wait times, food options, on-time departures, and more. The data comes from government sources including the FAA and TSA, combined with user reviews and airport service databases. Unlike many other rankings that focus on amenities or sheer passenger volume, this list zeroes in on passenger experience—how travelers move through the airport, not just what’s inside it. Explore the top 20 below. RankAirportCityAirport Code 1Portland International AirportPortland, ORPDX 2Long Beach AirportLong Beach, CALGB 3Ronald Reagan Washington National AirportWashington, DCDCA 4Minneapolis-St.Paul International AirportMinneapolis, MNMSP 5Seattle Paine Field International AirportSeattle, WAPAE 6Rhode Island T.F. Green International AirportProvidence, RIPVD 7Albuquerque International SunportAlbuquerque, NMABQ 8Indianapolis International AirportIndianapolis, ININD 9Salt Lake City International AirportSalt Lake City, UTSLC 10Detroit Metro AirportDetroit, MIDTW 11Tampa International AirportTampa, FLTPA 12John Wayne AirportSanta Ana, CASNA 13Milwaukee Mitchell International AirportMilwaukee, WIMKE 14Hollywood Burbank AirportBurbank, CABUR 15Ontario International AirportOntario, CAONT 16Columbia Metropolitan AirportColumbia, SCCAE 17Washington Dulles International AirportWashington, DCIAD 18Dallas Love FieldDallas, TXDAL 19Baltimore-Washington International AirportBaltimore, MDBWI 20Raleigh-Durham International AirportRaleigh, NCRDU Why These Airports Rank High Indianapolis International (IND), a relatively small hub, tops the list. It benefits from short TSA wait times, high customer satisfaction scores, and an easy layout. MSP and DTW follow closely, both praised for efficient design and timely departures. Several medium-sized airports, such as Sacramento, Portland, and Salt Lake City, outranked larger hubs. This aligns with recent traveler surveys showing that speed and convenience matter more than flashy amenities. Meanwhile, mega-airports like Denver and San Francisco landed further down the list. While these airports serve tens of millions of passengers a year, congestion and delays often drag down the overall experience. The Key Drivers of a Positive Airport Experience Several core factors help explain why top performers excel: Speed and convenience: Recent insights from the IATA Global Passenger Survey show passengers overwhelmingly prioritize smoother, faster journeys, with strong interest in biometric and pre‑airport processes. Clear communication: Airports offering intuitive wayfinding, reliable mobile tools, and real‑time updates reduce confusion and stress. Seamless design and technology: Incorporation of self‑service kiosks, virtual queueing, and intuitive terminal layouts contribute majorly to positive experiences. Cleanliness and comfort: Consistent upkeep, thoughtful seating, and calm waiting zones matter; passengers report these as linchpins of satisfaction. Human-centric design: Airports that reflect regional culture or include thoughtful design elements can generate stronger passenger connection and satisfaction. In a world of rising travel volumes and shrinking patience, these rankings reveal which airports are truly designed for people. Learn More on the Voronoi App Check out The World’s Busiest Airports, by Passenger Count on Voronoi.

See this visualization first on the Voronoi app. Use This Visualization Mapped: Where Americans Receive Social Security, by State This was originally posted on our Voronoi app. Download the app for free on iOS or Android and discover incredible data-driven charts from a variety of trusted sources. Key Takeaways States with older populations (Maine, West Virginia) naturally have a higher share of Social Security recipients, while younger states (Utah and Texas) have a lower share. Florida is an exception: despite having the nation’s second-highest share of seniors, it ranks only 15th by Social Security participation. Who receives Social Security benefits depends heavily on the age profile of each state. Migration patterns, labor markets, and lifestyle preferences add further twists. This map shows the 2024 share of residents in every U.S. state (and D.C.) who collect Social Security retirement, survivor, or disability payments (OASDI). Further down in this article, the total number of beneficiaries in each jurisdiction is also listed. All figures are rounded. Data for this visualization comes from the Social Security Administration. Ranked: Where Americans Receive Social Security, by State At 27% of their populations, Maine and West Virginia top the list of Social Security beneficiaries, well above the national average of 20%. This more or less mirrors their share of older adults (aged 65+) in the population. RankState / CountryState Code% of Population Receiving Social Security, 2024#s on Social Security, 2024 1MaineME27%281K 2West VirginiaWV27%354K 3VermontVT25%130K 4ArkansasAR24%618K 5DelawareDE24%210K 6MississippiMS24%589K 7New HampshireNH24%282K 8South CarolinaSC24%1.1M 9AlabamaAL23%1.0M 10KentuckyKY23%918K 11MichiganMI23%2.0M 12MontanaMT23%227K 13PennsylvaniaPA23%2.6M 14WisconsinWI23%1.2M 15FloridaFL22%4.7M 16IowaIA22%648K 17MissouriMO22%1.2M 18New MexicoNM22%426K 19OregonOR22%854K 20Rhode IslandRI22%222K 21South DakotaSD22%185K 22TennesseeTN22%1.4M 23WyomingWY22%118K 24HawaiiHI21%289K 25IndianaIN21%1.4M 26LouisianaLA21%920K 27North CarolinaNC21%2.2M 28OhioOH21%2.4M 29OklahomaOK21%819K 30ArizonaAZ20%1.5M 31ConnecticutCT20%735K 32IdahoID20%400K 33KansasKS20%594K 34MinnesotaMN20%1.2M 35IllinoisIL19%2.5M 36MassachusettsMA19%1.4M 37NebraskaNE19%401K 38NevadaNV19%653K 39New YorkNY19%4.0M 40North DakotaND19%159K 41VirginiaVA19%1.8M 42WashingtonWA19%1.6M 43GeorgiaGA18%2.2M 44New JerseyNJ18%1.9M 45CaliforniaCA17%7.9M 46ColoradoCO17%1.2M 47MarylandMD17%1.3M 48AlaskaAK16%148K 49TexasTX15%6.3M 50UtahUT14%701K 51District of ColumbiaDC12%140K N/AU.S.US20%68.0M Both Maine and West Virginia have aged rapidly as younger residents move away for work while retirees stay put. Vermont, also sits above the 25% mark, underscoring how limited in-migration can tilt a state’s demographic balance toward older age groups. Are Southern States “Senior” States? Florida’s reputation as a retirement magnet is well earned, yet only 22% of its residents collect Social Security—ranking just 15th nationwide. The paradox stems from fewer disability beneficiaries compared to Appalachia, and slightly lower uptake among its seniors (about 84% vs. nearly 88% nationally). South Carolina (24%) and North Carolina (21%) show that the wider South is becoming a popular destination for older Americans seeking warmer weather and lower living costs. The U.S. States With Room to Age Utah (14%), Texas (15%), and Alaska (16%) have the lowest shares of Social Security recipients. High birth rates, booming job markets, and youthful in-migration swell the denominator of working-age residents. That keeps the share of Social Security recipients low—even as these states will eventually face the same aging pressures as the rest of the country. While this eases immediate fiscal pressure, these states will eventually face the same demographic headwinds as the U.S. population’s median age continues to tick up. Learn More on the Voronoi App If you enjoyed today’s post, check out Mapped: U.S. Poverty Rates by State on Voronoi, the new app from Visual Capitalist.

See this visualization first on the Voronoi app. Use This Visualization The Most Popular Names for Boys in England & Wales This was originally posted on our Voronoi app. Download the app for free on iOS or Android and discover incredible data-driven charts from a variety of trusted sources. Key Takeaways Muhammad was the most popular name for boys in England and Wales in 2024, by birth registrations. For comparison, Muhammad was previously ranked 14th in 2014. Why are baby-name lists so irresistible? Because each name is a tiny cultural fairy light: hinting at the shows we binge, the migrations that reshape our neighbourhoods, and the old traditions we choose to revive. Individually the choices seem personal, but together they sketch a fuzzy yet revealing portrait of who we are right now. This visualization above ranks the thirty most popular names for boys registered in England and Wales last year, spotlighting newcomers and chart-toppers alike. Data for this visualization comes from Office for National Statistics’ birth-registration records released on 31st July, 2025. Common spelling variations of names are listed separately. Ranked: England’s Most Common Name for Boys Muhammad recorded 5,721 registrations in 2024, making it the most popular boys’ name for the second consecutive year. RankName# of Babies Named in 2024Change in Rank Since 2014 1Muhammad5,721+13 2Noah4,139+9 3Oliver3,492-2 4Arthur3,368+37 5Leo3,324+11 6George3,257+1 7Luca2,814+51 8Theodore2,761+51 9Oscar2,747-1 10Archie2,575+7 11Jude2,540+54 12Theo2,387+25 13Freddie2,369+7 14Henry2,360+1 15Arlo2,220+126 16Alfie2,020-4 17Charlie1,956-12 18Finley1,886+18 19Albie1,820+98 20Harry1,765-17 21Mohammed1,760+6 22Jack1,711-20 23Elijah1,661+30 24Rory1,588+63 25Lucas1,550+5 26Thomas1,543-20 27William1,517-17 28Louie1,516+38 29Teddy1,506+38 30Jacob1,484-26 That’s a climb of 13 spots compared to 2014 and reflects both the name’s cultural resonance and the UK’s increasing diversity. Mohammed—an alternative spelling—also made the list at #21, underscoring the name’s combined dominance. Muslim parents keep picking Muhammad (or Mohammad) for three simple reasons. First, it honors the Prophet. Second, it slots neatly into double-barrel names—think “Mohammad Ali” or “Mohammad Yusuf.” Third, it travels well. The name serves as a cultural passport, instantly understood in Lagos, London, or Lahore. Fact: Second-ranked Noah and Oliver are also popular choices in America. Vintage Names Make a Comeback in England Meanwhile, traditional English names are enjoying a renaissance, compared to their popularity a decade ago. Arthur rose 37 places to reach #4, while Theodore leaped 51 places to land in the top 10. Parents are clearly rediscovering Edwardian-era charm: Leo, Henry, and Oscar all held on to top-tier positions, proving that classic picks can still feel fresh. The Biggest Movers in England’s Baby Names in 2024 Three names posted significant jumps versus a decade ago. Arlo (a name that dates back to the Middle Ages) rocketed 126 places to #15, Albie climbed 98 places to #19, and Rory long-jumped 63 places into the top 25. On the flip side, former favorites such as Jacob (down 26 spots) and Jack (down 20) continued their gentle slide, showing how fast-moving pop-culture references and changing tastes reshape naming charts each year. Learn More on the Voronoi App If you enjoyed today’s post, check out From John to Jayden: How Names Have Changed for American Boys Since the 1880s on Voronoi, the new app from Visual Capitalist.

See this visualization first on the Voronoi app. Use This Visualization The World’s Largest Blue Carbon Sinks This was originally posted on our Voronoi app. Download the app for free on iOS or Android and discover incredible data-driven charts from a variety of trusted sources. Key Takeaways A UNESCO marine World Heritage site is a coastal or oceanic area recognized by UNESCO for its outstanding universal value to humanity, protected under the World Heritage Convention for its natural and cultural significance. Australia’s Great Barrier Reef is the world’s largest coral reef system, playing a critical role in global carbon storage. The ocean is one of Earth’s most powerful carbon sinks, absorbing carbon dioxide and helping stabilize the climate. Within this system, UNESCO-designated marine World Heritage sites play a unique role. These ecosystems not only protect biodiversity, but also store enormous amounts of “blue carbon.” In this visualization, we highlight UNESCO marine sites by their total carbon stock. Together, they hold around 1.4 billion tonnes of carbon, acting as a critical buffer against climate change. Data & Discussion The data for this visualization comes from UNESCO. It measures the largest blue carbon sinks amongst marine World Heritage ecosystems, which covers mangroves, salt marshes, and seagrasses. UNESCO marine World Heritage siteCountryCarbon stock (M tonnes of carbon) Great Barrier Reef Australia502 Everglades National Park U.S.400 Banc d’Arguin National Park Mauritania112 The Sundarbans Bangladesh108 Sundarbans National Park India60 Sian Ka'an Mexico49 Shark Bay, Western Australia Australia45 Ibiza, Biodiversity and Culture Spain41 Whale Sanctuary of El Vizcaino Mexico17 Wadden Sea Germany Netherlands Denmark11 Islands and Protected Areas of the Gulf of California Mexico9 Lagoons of New Caledonia: Reef Diversity and Associated Ecosystems France4 Galápagos Islands Ecuador2 Ujung Kulon National Park Indonesia1 Ningaloo Coast Australia1 Komodo National Park Indonesia1 Aldabra Atoll Seychelles1 Coiba National Park and its Special Zone of Marine Protection Panama1 Belize Barrier Reef Reserve System Belize1 TOTAL1,369 Australia’s Great Barrier Reef Australia’s Great Barrier Reef is the largest single contributor, storing over 500 million tonnes of carbon. Its seagrass meadows and mangrove forests help capture carbon at rates far higher than terrestrial forests, underscoring its importance as a biodiversity hotspot and a global climate regulator. Fact: The Great Barrier Reef is the largest coral reef system in the world, spanning 1,400 miles (2,300 km) along Australia’s northeast coast. It is longer than the state of California (760 to 840 miles). America’s Everglades The Everglades National Park located in Florida ranks second, with 400 million tonnes of carbon stock. Its wetlands act as massive reservoirs that prevent carbon from entering the atmosphere. Despite challenges from development and climate change, the Everglades remain a cornerstone of North America’s blue carbon capacity. Recent years have brought historic progress in restoration, fueled by record state and federal investment, with major projects improving water flow and showing early ecological benefits. Learn More on the Voronoi App If you enjoyed today’s post, check out Mapping Global Drought Risk on Voronoi, the new app from Visual Capitalist.

See this visualization first on the Voronoi app. Use This Visualization How Much Metal Can $10K Buy? This was originally posted on our Voronoi app. Download the app for free on iOS or Android and discover incredible data-driven charts from a variety of trusted sources. Key Takeaways $10,000 buys just 92 grams of gold but over 3,800 kg of aluminum. The chart highlights the stark value-to-weight differences between precious and industrial metals. The prices of metals reflect a contrast between rarity, utility, and value. This visualization breaks down how much of each metal you could purchase with $10,000, showing their respective weights in kilograms. At one end of the scale, $10,000 barely buys a handful of gold dust. On the other, it secures literal tons of industrial metals like aluminum and zinc. The data for this visualization comes from Daily Metal Prices. Precious Metals: Small in Size, Big in Value Gold tops the chart in value, costing over $108 million per metric ton. That means $10,000 only gets you 92 grams, barely more than a chocolate bar. MetalPrice per Ton (USD)$10K Buys (Metric Tons)Kilograms (kg) equivalent Gold108,420,0000.000092392 g Platinum43,440,0000.00023230 g Palladium36,060,0000.000277277 g Silver1,250,0000.0088.0 kg Uranium161,4880.061961.9 kg Rare Earth (Pr–Nd Oxide)76,5060.131131 kg Cobalt33,3350.3300 kg Nickel15,0050.667667 kg Lithium (LCE)11,9340.838838 kg Copper9,8381.0161,016 kg Zinc2,8073.5653,565 kg Aluminum2,6223.8153,815 kg Platinum and palladium are slightly less expensive but still highly valuable, offering just a few hundred grams per $10,000. These metals are prized for their rarity, beauty, and industrial applications, especially in electronics and catalytic converters. Industrial Metals: Value in Volume On the opposite end are base metals like aluminum, zinc, and copper. These materials are far more abundant and are critical to infrastructure and manufacturing. For example, with $10,000, you could buy 3,815 kilograms of aluminum, enough to construct dozens of bicycles. Even copper, a more valuable industrial metal, yields over a metric ton for the same amount of money. Strategic and Emerging Materials In between are metals like lithium and nickel, which are crucial to green technologies, batteries, and energy systems. Lithium, priced at nearly $12,000 per ton, yields 838 kg for $10,000, while nickel provides 667 kg. Learn More on the Voronoi App If you enjoyed today’s post, check out Charted: Where the U.S. Gets Its Rare Earths From on Voronoi, the new app from Visual Capitalist.

See this visualization first on the Voronoi app. Use This Visualization Ranked: The Largest Immigrant Groups in America This was originally posted on our Voronoi app. Download the app for free on iOS or Android and discover incredible data-driven charts from a variety of trusted sources. Key Takeaways America’s total foreign-born population was 47.8 million people as of 2023. Mexico is the largest source of immigrants by a huge margin, with other leading sources including India, China, and the Philippines. The U.S. has long been a top destination for immigrants seeking better opportunities. As of 2023, nearly 48 million people in the country were born abroad, representing 14% of the country’s total population. In this visualization, we break down the largest immigrant groups in America by nationality, highlighting the top 10 countries from each region. Note that this analysis covers legal immigrants only. Check out our previous post to see a similar breakdown of illegal immigrants coming into the U.S. Data & Discussion The data for this visualization comes from the Migration Policy Institute (MPI). It shows the number of foreign-born U.S. residents by country of origin, as of 2023. Americas: 25.3M Immigrants Mexico stands out as the dominant source of U.S. immigrants, with nearly 11 million as of 2023. Historical ties, geographic proximity, and longstanding migration channels are major factors. Several other Latin American countries rank highly, including El Salvador, Cuba, and the Dominican Republic. CountryImmigrants Mexico10,918,205 El Salvador1,494,869 Cuba1,450,808 Dominican Republic1,265,231 Guatemala1,250,053 Colombia1,049,821 Honduras934,617 Canada828,396 Jamaica817,294 Haiti777,845 Other Americas4,528,390 Asia: 14.9M Immigrants After the Americas, Asia & Oceania is the next largest source of U.S. immigrants. CountryImmigrants India2,910,042 China2,193,250 Philippines2,051,900 Vietnam1,365,841 Korea1,017,250 Pakistan428,795 Iran419,885 Taiwan392,012 Japan337,877 Bangladesh333,026 Rest of Asia/Oceania3,455,271 India (2.9 million) is the second-largest country source after Mexico, while China (2.2 million) and the Philippines (2.05 million) also rank in the top five. Fact: In 2024, Indian students accounted for nearly 30% of all international students in the U.S. Europe: 4.8M Immigrants While Europe was once the primary source of immigrants to America, its share has declined over time. The combined European total remains substantial, though spread across many countries. CountryImmigrants UK693,465 Germany520,418 Ukraine468,780 Russia415,809 Poland382,844 Italy295,002 France187,003 Portugal160,729 Romania152,470 Spain126,067 Rest of Europe1,416,462 Africa: 2.8M Immigrants Africa is the region with the least amount of immigrants living in America. CountryImmigrants Nigeria476,008 Ethiopia278,182 Ghana241,477 Egypt225,665 Kenya174,734 South Africa133,359 Morocco109,370 Liberia100,769 Somalia92,401 Cameroon90,749 Rest of Africa868,612 According to historical MPI data, the annual number of new permanent residents from Africa has grown slowly and inconsistently. This could be due to closer ties between Africa and China. Learn More on the Voronoi App If you enjoyed today’s post, check out Why Did Asian Immigrants Come to the U.S.? on Voronoi, the new app from Visual Capitalist.

Published 4 hours ago on September 12, 2025 By Julia Wendling Article & Editing Alan Kennedy Graphics & Design Athul Alexander Twitter Facebook LinkedIn Reddit Pinterest Email The following content is sponsored by Global X U.S. The Rising Share of U.S. Data Center Power Demand, 2023–2030 Key Takeaways In 2023, U.S. data center demand only accounted for 3.7% of America’s total power usage. By 2030, McKinsey & Company projected that electricity consumption from U.S. data centers could reach 11.7% of all U.S. power. In 2030, U.S. data centers are projected to consume 606 terawatt-hours of electricity. Data centers are pivotal to America’s digital infrastructure. These huge complexes, which form the backbone of U.S. telecommunication and access to the internet, already consume vast amounts of electricity. However, by 2030, this share of electricity is set to triple.  For this graphic, the third in the Electrification Series, Visual Capitalist has partnered with Global X ETFs to show how much of America’s electricity data centers will consume in the future. Forecasting Data Center Power Consumption The consulting firm McKinsey & Company projected in 2024 that power consumption from U.S. data centers will grow rapidly over the next few years. Below is a table showing the percentage share of all U.S. energy that McKinsey & Company forecast data centers to consume between 2023 and 2030: YearElectricity Demand (TWh)Share of total U.S. Power Demand (%) 20231473.7 2024P1784.3 2025P2245.2 2026P2926.5 2027P3718.0 2028P4509.3 2029P51310.3 2030P60611.7 American data centers are incredibly power-hungry. In 2023, they demanded 3.7% of all the U.S. power demand. However, as the demand for advanced AI grows and many more Americans come online, the demand will reach nearly 12% of all U.S. power use. Equating to 606 terawatt-hours of electricity. In context, the UK consumed half this amount of electricity in 2023. Investing in Power Data centers form the backbone of U.S. digital infrastructure, connecting America to the global internet, powering telecommunications, and facilitating the most advanced AIs. U.S. data centers will triple their share of power use by 2030. Do you want to learn more about electricity demand and electrification? In the first part of the Electrification Series, we covered which areas of U.S. infrastructure require the most funding. In the second, we explored U.S. electricity demands by sector and projected them to 2050. Learn more about the Global X Electrification ETF (ZAP). More from Global X U.S. Markets4 hours ago What’s Driving America’s Growing Electricity Demand? The U.S. EIA believes that by 2050, U.S. power demand will surge by nearly 50%. Energy5 hours ago Breaking Down America’s $3.7 Trillion Infrastructure Funding Gap Despite many government efforts to modernize U.S. infrastructure, the funding gap stood at a staggering $3.7 trillion in 2025. Subscribe Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Join the 375,000+ subscribers who receive our daily email *Sign Up