Global energy investment is set to total more than USD 3 trillion by the end of 2024
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Globally, investment is moving towards renewables, grid flexibility, and low carbon transport. The transition to a low carbon economy demands appropriate policies and regulatory frameworks. The government often needs to guide private investments in capital-intensive, long-term energy infrastructure projects. New market structures are essential to encourage low carbon investments while maintaining stability and conventional energy sources. Enhanced interconnection through cross-border infrastructure can also help create sustainable, cost-effective energy systems and redefine investment priorities.
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of private investment secured in the UK in 2024 for pioneering energy projects (UK Government)
What's new?
Australia looks to the future with rising battery, solar and wind investments
06/11/2024
Renewables infrastructure predictions First, Australia's National Electricity Market (NEM) is set to undergo a major transformation, with ...
Green hydrogen projects take two steps forwards, one back
06/11/2024
Australian energy company Woodside and data centre asset manager Keppel have signed a conditional offtake term sheet for the supply and purchase of li...
Large-scale changes coming to North Sea offshore wind
06/11/2024
RWE Thor offshore wind farm construction nearsThe first batch of eight monopile foundations for RWE’s 1GW Thor offshore wind farm have arr...
Renewables continue steady progress to undercut fossil fuels in LCOE price
30/10/2024
For solar photovoltaics (PV), fixed-axis systems average an LCOE of $66/MWh globally, within a wide range of $28–117/MWh. That reflects the influence ...
US and UK take steps to reskill workers for the energy transition
30/10/2024
US initiative: Revitalising former coal communitiesThe Biden-Harris Administration is to invest $428mn investment in 14 projects across 15 coal commun...
Events and training
Economics of the Oil and Gas Industry - Nigeria
09/11/2024 - 10/11/2024
ECONOMICS OF OIL & GAS INDUSTRY TRAINING
Net Zero for Professionals - November 2024
18/11/2024 - 19/11/2024
This course provides a comprehensive, practical overview for those preparing their organisation for their net zero future.About:This 2 day classroom c...
Net Zero for Professionals - April 2025
01/04/2025 - 02/04/2025
This course provides a comprehensive, practical overview for those preparing their organisation for their net zero future.About:This 2 day classroom c...
Economics of the Oil and Gas Industry - October 2025
13/10/2025 - 14/10/2025
A 2-day introduction to the economics of the oil and gas industry. This course is suitable for students who are new to the oil and gas industry.
Introduction to LNG - October 2025
20/10/2025 - 21/10/2025
This 2-day training course provides an introduction to the LNG chain. Suitable for students who are new to the LNG sector and/or those with a non-tech...
Technical guidance publications
Guidance on large-scale solar photovoltaic (PV) system design, development and operation
002023
Solar photovoltaic (PV), which converts sunlight into electricity, is an important source of renewable energy in the 21st century. PV plant installati...
Research Report: Embedding circularity into the construction and decommissioning of assets (Phase 1)
002023
The guidance aims to enhance circularity in the construction and energy sectors, both onshore and offshore, by emphasising the reuse and recycling of ...
Research report: Application of life cycle assessment methodology to the understanding of the energy balance and efficiency of hydrogen value chain building blocks
002022
This document is free to download for registered users.This publication explores the efficiencies of the hydrogen energy system and quantifies the ene...
Waste to products – Technology and economic assessment (phase 1)
002022
This document is free to download for registered users.The EMG and Soil Wastes and Groundwater group (SWG) of the EI and Concawe have commissioned E4t...
Guidelines for the assessment of ageing and life extension of non-metallic components in the offshore oil and gas industry, volume 2: composite equipment and repairs
002022
This document captures industry good practice, knowledge and learning on these elements of composite materials. This guidance will provide a star...