• Opinion

  High interest rates impede the US residential solar market boom

  • 01 11月 2023

  Next year, US residential solar will experience its first annual contraction since 2017

• Opinion

  New State Scorecard maps out how far US state policy must advance to support commercialisation of microgrids

  • 02 11月 2023

  The scorecard, based on Wood Mackenzie microgrid project and market data, shows that all but four states fall short of a ‘B’ grade. Until policy reform delineates microgrids from traditional utilities, developers will remain hamstrung by unclear rules and arbitrary restrictions.

• Opinion

  Part 5: unlocking the value of refinery-petrochemicals integration

  • 22 11月 2023

  We are at an unprecedented point in time where the entire commodity petrochemicals industry is in a downturn. Where do we expect chemical margins to end up this year and what can producers do to tide through the downturn?

• Opinion

  Part 4: unlocking the value of refinery-petrochemicals integration

  • 15 11月 2023

  We are at an unprecedented point in time where the entire commodity petrochemicals industry is in a downturn. Where do we expect chemical margins to end up this year and what can producers do to tide through the downturn?

• Opinion

  Part 3: unlocking the value of refinery-petrochemicals integration

  • 08 11月 2023

  We are at an unprecedented point in time where the entire commodity petrochemicals industry is in a downturn. Where do we expect chemical margins to end up this year and what can producers do to tide through the downturn?

• Opinion

  Part 2: unlocking the value of refinery-petrochemicals integration

  • 02 11月 2023

  We are at an unprecedented point in time where the entire commodity petrochemicals industry is in a downturn. Where do we expect chemical margins to end up this year and what can producers do to tide through the downturn?

• Opinion

  Polymer demand scenarios: a little more conversation, a little less plastic

  • 31 10月 2023

  We analysed a scenario which studied the impact of drivers that could accelerate sustainability initiatives on polymer demand compared to Wood Mackenzie’s base case long-term outlook using our proprietary Materials Application Platform.

• Opinion

  Part 1: unlocking the value of refinery-petrochemicals integration

  • 26 10月 2023

  We are at an unprecedented point in time where the entire commodity petrochemicals industry is in a downturn. Where do we expect chemical margins to end up this year and what can producers do to tide through the downturn?

• Opinion

  Will international shipping be net zero by 2050?

  • 23 10月 2023

  Upgraded decarbonisation targets present a huge challenge for marine fuels

• Opinion

  Abundant, low-cost renewables will transform Nordic power markets

  • 18 10月 2023

  Nordic power markets have long been defined by their ample hydro resources, but the make-up of supply will evolve as new wind capacity serves a major expansion of demand.

• Opinion

  COP28: frequently asked questions

  • 18 10月 2023

  From Paris Agreement goals to the global stocktake, here’s what you need to know about COP28.

• Opinion

  The making of a Megamajor – ExxonMobil acquires Pioneer Natural Resources

  • 12 10月 2023

  ExxonMobil announced the acquisition of Permian powerhouse Pioneer Natural Resources for US$64.5 billion. This is the largest upstream deal, in nominal terms, since Shell acquired BG for US$82 billion in 2015. Get our industry experts' top takeaways on the deal.

• Opinion

  The Inflation Reduction Act and its impact so far

  • 02 10月 2023

  The landmark bill promised to unlock unprecedented levels of cleantech investment while reigniting US manufacturing. But has its lofty expectations lived up to the hype? We explore how the IRA has created seismic changes in PPA markets, propelling US solar growth, and more.

• Opinion

  The key factors shaping investment in Africa’s upstream industry

  • 03 10月 2023

  Developing Africa’s huge natural gas reserves is essential for growing export revenues and supporting domestic economic growth.

• Opinion

  Are APAC’s retail markets full of Eastern promise for oil majors?

  • 11 10月 2023

  Retail fuel markets in APAC are set for continued growth – and big oil is taking notice.

• Opinion

  Electricity 4.0: a sustainable, resilient and efficient future | Podcast

  • 17 10月 2023

  We are joined by Bala Vinayagam, Senior Vice President of Microgrids at Schneider Electric, and Jana Gerber, president of North American Microgrids at Schneider Electric.

• Opinion

  Three critical factors to developing Africa’s oil and gas resources

  • 27 9月 2023

  Africa is blessed with abundant oil and gas resources but stands at a crossroads. The continent is yet to realise the full potential of its energy wealth.

• Opinion

  Our top takeaways from the Hydrogen Conference 2023

  • 27 9月 2023

  Last week in London, we hosted the Wood Mackenzie Hydrogen Conference 2023, which shone a light on the most pressing challenges and opportunities in the hydrogen space. From reconciling supply and demand to growing electrolyser efficiency, we recap some of our biggest learnings from the event

• Opinion

  The Energy Gang at the London Hydrogen Conference: part two | Podcast

  • 27 9月 2023

  Host Ed Crooks brings you the second of two special episodes recorded live from Wood Mackenzie’s Hydrogen Conference

• Opinion

  Three key takeaways from Europe Gas and Power Markets Short-Term Outlook Q3 2023

  • 27 9月 2023

  European gas prices will remain volatile through the winter, but low gas demand could see 20% European gas price fall in summer 2024 compared to the current forward market.

• Opinion

  Seven key questions on the CCUS outlook

  • 28 9月 2023

  As the global population burgeons and the average standard of living increases through mid-century, how will our fragile climate and, indeed, humanity deal with the billions of tonnes of carbon and other emissions we produce each year?

• Opinion

  Ebook | Overcoming the challenges around hydrogen deployment

  • 14 12月 2024

  How Wood Mackenzie is helping investors, utilities and OEMs to unlock success in low-carbon hydrogen; our key to a more sustainable future

• Opinion

  Western wind turbine manufacturers are prioritising profit over volume, opening the door for Chinese market share growth

  • 13 9月 2023

  Despite short-term challenges, all leading wind turbine manufacturers will double their annual installed capacity over the next decade, driven by soaring wind demand

• Opinion

  Taking the power back

  • 13 9月 2023

  Billions of barrels of undeveloped hydrocarbons are being left on the shelf, but these old discoveries could be crucial to plugging the supply gap.

• Opinion

  Powering down: lithium battery supply exceeds demand

  • 12 9月 2023

  With ongoing oversupply issues, the battery market is in flux. As lithium-ion production continues to grow around the world, can demand keep up?

• Opinion

  Strong gas demand raises questions over emissions

  • 11 9月 2023

  As demand for gas grows, it poses challenges for global climate goals. Suppliers will come under increased pressure to curb their emissions.

• Opinion

  US solar: full benefits of the Inflation Reduction Act are yet to materialize

  • 07 9月 2023

  Domestic manufacturing announcements have exploded, but developing solar projects are on pause pending clarity on various IRA provisions.

• Opinion

  Energy Pulse: in brief (1 September)

  • 01 9月 2023

  Saudi Aramco invests in gigawatt-scale solar, India sets its low-carbon hydrogen standard, Engie buys battery storage in the US, and more.

• Opinion

  China’s regas capacity is on the rise – but low utilisation persists

  • 04 9月 2023

  China’s regas terminals have progressed fast recently, supporting supply diversification. But low utilisation rates are challenging business models

• Opinion

  The Netherlands' gridlock: a cautionary tale for the US

  • 05 9月 2023

  The Netherlands has halted all interconnections for non-residential loads and generation as its grid has reached capacity – can the US avoid a similar scenario?