AI and access to capital: Energising Tomorrow report assesses transition outlook
The new analysis shows the switch from fossil fuel power sources is speeding up and financial support is growing.
Key insights from the Energising Tomorrow: Womble Bond Dickinson’s Global Energy Transition Outlook 2025 report include a significant improvement in access to capital. According to the data, 76% of energy suppliers have launched new transition projects this year as a result.
Efforts to decarbonise are ramping up thanks to strategic investments, while 85% of energy suppliers are actively embracing AI to improve the efficiency of their operations. Artificial intelligence now ranks as the most promising technology for the energy sector.
However, 45% of suppliers and investors say that permitting is the biggest material obstacle to long-term transition success, with concerns over regulatory issues now outweighing those relating to finance. 30% of respondents believe that phasing out government-backed incentives and grants will be problematic in the long run.
‘Our survey results showcase a global energy sector at a pivotal moment in the transition to cleaner energy. With improving financial conditions and a growing emphasis on decarbonisation for energy suppliers, investors, and commercial consumers, the energy economy’s commitment to climate change goals remains strong,’ said Jeffrey Whittle, Global Sector Leader – Energy & Natural Resources, at Womble Bond Dickinson.
‘However, while the short-term looks positive, more crucial work needs to be done – particularly in encouraging further government support to develop infrastructure and refine regulations,’ added Richard Cockburn, Womble Bond Dickinson’s UK Sector Leader – Energy & Natural Resources. ‘Amidst the ongoing narratives of geopolitical tension, supply chain challenges and evolving energy policy, it is more important than ever to de-risk investment and drive innovation to facilitate a climate resilient future.’
You can access the full report here.
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