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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.

Learn more about markets and investment by reading our Energy Insights.

For the latest news and articles on energy pricing read New Energy World.

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What's new?

Integrated heat pump/EV charger offerings coming to UK market

2nd July 2025

First is a service that includes the car. Previewed at an Octopus Energy event in June, and launching later this year, is the Power Pack Bundle, which...

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Oil supply growth outpaces demand as fossil fuel phaseout could fall short ahead of COP30

2nd July 2025

With intensifying geopolitical strains and heightened uncertainty about global economic prospects, oil markets are undergoing structural changes as th...

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Four timely new reports offer both optimism and concern about the pace of the energy transition

2nd July 2025

  WEF Energy Transition Index accelerates – but UK ranks 16thThe World Economic Forum’s (WEF) 2025 Energy Transition Index (ETI) shows an an...

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Latest Statistical Review of World Energy signposts age of energy additions

26th June 2025

In a year when average air temperatures consistently breached the 1.5°C warming threshold, global CO₂-equivalent emissions from energy rose by 1%, mar...

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Electricity bills to be slashed for over 7,000 UK businesses by green levy cuts

25th June 2025

The Industrial Strategy sets out a 10-year plan to boost investment, create skilled jobs and tackles two key challenges facing UK industry – high elec...

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Events and training

Economics of the Oil and Gas Industry - October 2025

13th October 2025 - 14th October 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.

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Introduction to LNG - October 2025

20th October 2025 - 21st October 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...

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Net Zero for Professionals - November 2025

3rd November 2025 - 4th November 2025

This course provides a comprehensive, practical overview for those preparing their organisation for their net zero future.About:This 2 day classroom c...

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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...

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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 ...

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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...

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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 ...

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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 ...

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