Global energy investment is set to total more than USD 3 trillion by the end of 2024
Energy markets comprise the trade and supply of electricity, gas, and liquid fuels, involving generation, transmission, and distribution. Generated energy is sold on the wholesale market, distributed to consumers through established systems, and regulated to ensure fair access and prices. In the UK, privatised energy markets are overseen by Ofgem, which promotes fair competition and consumer interests.
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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invested globally in clean energy technologies and infrastructure in 2024 (IEA)
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invested in sustainable aviation fuels (IEA)
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budget from the UK government to deliver homegrown clean energy projects (Department for Energy Security and Net Zero)
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of private investment secured in the UK in 2024 for pioneering energy projects (UK Government)
New Energy World stories
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8th October 2025
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8th October 2025
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China sets its first absolute GHG emissions reduction target, as UN climate pledges build momentum
8th October 2025
Speaking in a video address at the UN Summit, President Xi Jinping committed China to cut emissions across the economy by 7–10% from peak levels by 20...
European manufacturing cost premiums raise solar LCOE 15% above that of Chinese-made panels
1st October 2025
The gap stems from higher costs in equipment (+40%), building and facilities (+110%), labour (+280%) and material costs (+50%), notes the analysis. As...
Technical guidance publications
EI 3576
G+ Good practice guidelines for unmanned aircraft systems in the offshore wind industry
November 2024
G+, the Global Offshore Wind Health and Safety Organisation, has developed this GPG to share, advance and encourage good health and safety practice wh...
EI 3546
Research Report: Embedding circularity into the construction and decommissioning of assets (Phase 1)
December 2023
The guidance aims to enhance circularity in the construction and energy sectors, both onshore and offshore, by emphasising the reuse and recycling of ...
EI 3539
Guidance on large-scale solar photovoltaic (PV) system design, development and operation
August 2023
Solar photovoltaic (PV), which converts sunlight into electricity, is an important source of renewable energy in the 21st century. PV plant installati...
HM 34. List of data required for a comprehensive evaluation of a liquid flowmeter
November 2018
Reaffirmed April 2023.Although this document is described as a list of data required for a comprehensive evaluation of a flowmeter, it is really much ...
EI 3328
Guidance on the preservation and recommissioning of existing combined cycle gas turbine (CCGT) plant
June 2017
This publication provides guidance on the safe and efficient preservation and recommissioning of existing combined cycle gas turbine (CCGT) plant, to ...