The above table contains data related to per capita income and per capita consumption of energy of different countries. It is observed that a positive correlation exists between these two variables.
As the per capita income increases, the per capita consumption of energy also increases.
For developed countries like Japan and America, high per capita incomes correspond to high per capita energy consumption levels. So, it can be concluded that energy consumption is an effective indicator of development.
No, I do not think that developed countries are fulfilling their global responsibility. Given their vast resources, these countries should try to develop energy-efficient technology and bring down their energy consumption. However, such initiative is seen lacking in these countries.