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The Strait of Hormuz and global LNG supply
…routes. Last year, 110 billion cubic metres of LNG passed through the Strait, almost a fifth of the world’s total LNG supply. But the current conflict has slowed the flow of tankers through the Strait to a trickle.
What’s more, production at Ras Laffan in Qatar, the largest LNG facility in the world by some distance, was shut down following an attack on the facilities on 2 March.
All the LNG that typically passes through the Strait is produced by either Qatar or the United Arab Emirates – with the large majority of it heading to Asia. In 2025…
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The mega batteries transforming power systems
…face multi-year delays in securing grid connection and permitting. Projects can also have uncertain or volatile revenue streams, and they may struggle to access affordable financing. In this context, greater efforts to reduce market barriers and address integration challenges are needed to unlock the full potential of this technology.
At the same time, much of the world’s battery supply chains are concentrated in China. Such high geographic concentration creates considerable risks in terms of supply security, given the growing role batteries play across energy systems and the wider economy, calling for greater efforts to diversify supply chains and...
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Energy innovation enters security-focused phase as batteries dominate patent landscape
…50 upgrades in technology readiness levels among emerging energy technologies tracked by the IEA.At the same time, the policy context is shifting. In a survey of experts and practitioners, energy security emerged as the leading driver of innovation in 2025, ahead of affordability and emissions reduction. New initiatives such as the US Genesis Mission and the EU Competitiveness Fund reflect growing emphasis on strengthening domestic technological capabilities and securing critical supply chains.“Energy innovation has become a strategic priority for governments around the world,” said IEA Executive Director Fatih Birol. “With energy security and industrial competitiveness at the top…
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Nigeria joins the IEA in a major step for global energy governance
…energy markets has been highlighted by recent developments in its refining sector. During recent periods of market disruption, increased fuel exports from Nigeria helped strengthen resilience in African and international fuel markets. The country has also emerged as one of the world’s fastest-growing markets for decentralised solar solutions and is stepping up efforts to expand access to electricity and clean cooking.The IEA Governing Board’s decision builds on a strong history of engagement and collaboration between Nigeria and the IEA since 2014. In September 2025, the IEA, Nigeria’s Minister of Petroleum Resources and the African Energy…
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Careers
How we work The IEA works in agile, interdisciplinary teams that mirror the complexity of today’s energy challenges. Collaboration across functions and disciplines is central to our impact — bringing together analysts, modellers and data scientists alongside country desk officers and professionals in legal, communications, finance and more. Our collaborative, fast-paced environment empowers you to help shape outcomes that matter on a global scale. Our Culture and Values At the IE...
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Gap between ambition and progress underscores need for stronger, targeted international collaboration, new report shows
…according to the new Breakthrough Agenda report.The new report – an annual collaboration between the International Energy Agency (IEA) and the Climate High-Level Champions – finds that while many countries remain committed to cooperating on energy and climate, translating ambition into results remains a challenge. This year’s edition examines a set of sectoral action plans developed under the Action Agenda at COP30 in 2025 and identifies near-term priorities that could help accelerate emissions reductions across six key sectors.The report comes against a backdrop of major energy market turmoil and growing demand around the world for energy services…
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Policy analysis and Legal Roles in this job family are focused on policy analysis and advice, including legal. This requires technical and policy expertise, with capacity of research, analysis, statistics and/or advice that supports the Agency in key areas.General administration Roles in this family provide managerial guidance and administrative support to IEA's strategy, enabling the Agency to work more efficiently and ensuring compliance with its rules and regulations. Re...
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Questionnaires Data and statistics
Contacts General inquiriesstats@iea.orgAnnual questionnairesCoal, renewables, electricity and heat, oil, gas and hydrogen statistics Overall responsibility: Ms Zuzana Dobrotková - zuzana.dobrotkova@iea.orgCoal - coalAQ@iea.orgElectricity & Heat - eleAQ@iea.orgRenewables – renewAQ@iea.orgOil - oilAQ@iea.orgGas - gasAQ@iea.orgHydrogen - H2AQ@iea.orgEnd-use data and energy efficiency indicators, National projections, Energy technology RD&DOverall responsibility:...
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Plan your trip
Venue and travel Location International Energy Agency9 rue de la Fédération75015 Paris Cedex 15FranceGoogle Maps Transport Metro/RER Line 6: Bir-Hakeim station (3 minutes by foot) Lines 6, 8 and 10: La Motte-Piquet Grenelle (12 minutes by foot)RER C: Champ de Mars Tour EiffelBuses30, 42, 82 stops: Bir-Hakeim, Desaix, Champ de MarsPlan your itinerary via public transport: RATPBike rentalsAn alternative way to get around Paris is by hiring a bike, more information...
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Tackling methane emissions would strengthen energy security amid crisis
…cut methane from oil and gas operations globally could deliver nearly 100 bcm of gas to markets each year, while eliminating non-emergency gas flaring could unlock a further 100 bcm. Such savings would be double the supply volumes cut off due to the effective closure of the Strait.“In recent years, countries and companies have raised their ambitions on methane, moving the issue higher up the policy agenda. However, setting reduction targets is only a first step, and it is important to ensure they are backed up by policies, implementation plans and real actions,” said IEA Chief Energy Econom...
