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7 certainties about energy for this age of uncertainty
…the multiplication of energy security risks to leaders at the World Economic Forum in Davos; IEA to host the Mission Innovation Secretariat at our HQ; the world’s oil supply enters 2026 with a large surplus; how the global LNG wave is set to affect natural gas markets this year; our Executive Director meets with the King and Prime Minister of Sweden; how to meet India's fast-growing demand for electricity; investment in next-generation geothermal is surging; new podcast episodes; and more.
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2026 IEA Ministerial Declaration Supporting the IEA’s Work on Critical Minerals Security
297th Meeting of the IEA Governing Board at Ministerial Level The International Energy Agency (IEA) Governing Board, at Ministerial Level, has adopted the following Ministerial Declaration:1. We, the IEA Ministers, recognise the strategic importance of critical minerals. We commend the significant progress made by the IEA under the voluntary Critical Minerals Security Programme, such as the Critical Minerals Information Dashboard, particularly as access to these minerals is being used as a means of exerting leverage and control over global supply chains. We call for continued work on these efforts, and direct the IEA Secretariat as a key international platform…
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IEA hosts high-level energy dialogue with Türkiye and Australia
…including the emissions implications of zero waste strategies, expanding clean cooking access and the electrification of industry.“As the world faces an unprecedented energy security threat due to disruptions to oil and gas supplies from the Middle East, I am encouraged by the positive discussions today on the urgent need to scale up secure, affordable and sustainable energy solutions that benefit everyone, especially those who lack access to modern energy services,” said IEA Executive Director Fatih Birol. “I would like to thank President-Designate Kurum and the governments of Türkiye and Australia for their commitment to delivering a successful COP31…
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Energy Efficiency in Emerging Economies
…security and the economic welfare of people. The E4 programme has pioneered the IEA’s work with major emerging economies since 2014, supporting Brazil, China, India, Indonesia, Mexico and South Africa at a country-level and in the Association of Southeast Asian Nations, Latin America and Sub-Saharan Africa at a regional-level. The programme supports exchanges and cross-learning between partner countries and regions, helping countries build, implement and monitor effective energy efficiency.Against the backdrop of the ongoing effects of the energy and climate crisis, emerging and developing economies will account for an increasing share of global energy…
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Global shocks have driven a surge in energy policy activity and government spending
…explores an unprecedented wave of energy policy making, driven by successive shocks over the past five years A series of global shocks in recent years have triggered an exceptionally active period of energy policy making, sharpening governments’ focus on energy security, resilience and affordability – and driving public spending on energy significantly higher – according to a new IEA report.The report, State of Energy Policy 2026, provides a comprehensive, first-of-its-kind review of global energy policy changes in 2025. Drawing on the IEA’s Global Energy Policies Hub – the world’s most extensive public repository of energy policies – it…
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Outcome Statement of the IEA’s 11th Annual Conference on Energy Efficiency
…improve people’s lives by reducing energy bills, increasing energy security, and advancing clean energy transitions. This action plan builds on the outcomes of previous editions of this Annual Conference, which highlighted the "energy efficiency first" principle and set out the global ambition across all sectors, which continues to guide our collective direction.Successive energy crises illustrate how global energy markets can be quickly disrupted, and that energy efficiency is an integral part of government responses to help shelter consumers from price shocks. The first major oil shock in 1973 caused energy prices to surge and exposed the vulnerability of…
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World Energy Investment 2026 Technical Webinar: Sector Specific Findings
The annual World Energy Investment report is the IEA’s flagship publication tracking investment trends across the energy sector. The report presents the latest data on capital flows to different types of energy projects, as well as the first set of full-year estimates for 2026.As energy security concerns continue to shape investment priorities, this year’s report explores the potential implications for different sectors and regions, particularly in light of the ongoing energy crisis stemming from the conflict in the Middle East.The report's major takeaways will be presented to stakeholders in two separate webinar events, on…
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World Energy Investment 2026 Technical Webinar: Regional Insights
The annual World Energy Investment report is the IEA’s flagship publication tracking investment trends across the energy sector. The report presents the latest data on capital flows to different types of energy projects, as well as the first set of full-year estimates for 2026.As energy security concerns continue to shape investment priorities, this year’s report explores the potential implications for different sectors and regions, particularly in light of the ongoing energy crisis stemming from the conflict in the Middle East.The report's major takeaways will be presented to stakeholders in two separate webinar events, on…
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Thematic session: Buildings as active players in the energy transition
…sectors. Such policies remain the foundation of effective building strategies and will continue to play a critical role in avoiding long-term lock-in of inefficient and inflexible buildings.Through smart and connected technologies, interactive buildings have strong potential to provide demand flexibility while maintaining comfort, supporting energy security, reducing peak demand and avoiding costly grid investments.This session will explore how countries can future-proof policies to unlock the potential of interactive buildings for affordability, resilience and competitiveness. Participants will learn from international experience, explore emerging approaches, and identify solutions to reduce energy demand and strengthen system resilience. Downloads
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Thematic session: Energy efficiency supporting remote and rural communities
…affordability, energy security and competitiveness. Rising energy prices and supply disruptions have increased the urgency to reduce demand and strengthen resilience. The 11th Annual Global Conference on Energy Efficiency will bring together global leaders to accelerate action, while ensuring benefits reach all regions and communities.Remote and rural communities face particular challenges due to geographic, economic and infrastructural constraints that can limit access to affordable and reliable energy. Energy efficiency can help reduce costs, strengthen resilience and improve access to reliable energy services.Across the globe, governments are already advancing impactful initiatives, including energy-efficient retrofits, decentralised energy systems, utility…