Bio-liquid gold: how biofuel circularity could unlock the energy transition

• 18 August 2022

There’s little doubt that liquid biofuels should play a crucial role in the energy transition. Bio-based diesel and aviation fuels from plant-based feedstock could emit 80% less carbon than the crude oil-based products that dominate today’s global market. The question is how to make it happen.

The big ban: global commodities in a post-Ukraine-war world

• 16 June 2022

War in Ukraine is transforming the outlook for the supply, demand and price of hydrocarbons and the pace and cost of the energy transition. Read more.

Back to the future: the Horizons year in review

• 09 December 2021

We touched on a number of issues this year with our new thought-leadership series. Post-COP26, it's time to review the articles and put them in recent context.

One giant leap: President Biden's vision for repowering America

• 16 September 2021

Sixty years after President John F. Kennedy launched the programme that would put the first man on the moon, US President Joe Biden has set an equally challenging, transformative goal: achieving net zero emissions in the US power sector by 2035 and the broader economy by 2050.

Swimming upstream: a survivor's guide

• 04 May 2021

Navigating oil and gas in a time of hyper-uncertainty

North America Power Service

Dedicated regional coverage, long-term fundamental forecasts, short-term base case forecasts, assumptions and projections, and long-term topical scenario analyses. Regions covered include: ERCOT, Midwest, Northeast, Southeast and WECC.

Women in energy

• 23 July 2020

We showcase research and analysis from some of our most accomplished and influential women in energy and natural resources. Meet some of the many outstanding women we're proud to work with – and explore their latest thinking.

2020: Navigating upstream’s perfect storm

• 10 December 2020

Between the existential crisis of the energy transition and the impact of a global pandemic, it's been a challenging year for upstream oil and gas industry.

US shale gas is back: new demand signals underpin upstream opportunity

• 09 October 2025

Which companies and areas are best positioned to capitalise on a structural shift in US gas demand?

Why upstream companies might break their capital discipline rules

• 13 February 2025

Stronger oil and gas demand could drive higher investment, rising prices, and more M&A in a slower energy transition.

Walking Japan’s energy tightrope

• 06 February 2025

Japan’s new energy plan reshapes its path to net zero, balancing nuclear, renewables and LNG for a secure energy future.

No country for oil men (and women)

• 30 January 2025

UK and EU energy policies risk undermining energy security and economic growth by discouraging domestic oil and gas investment, increasing reliance on costly imports and jeopardising net zero goals. Discover how regulatory uncertainty, high taxes and declining North Sea production threaten the future of Europe’s energy transition.

Five themes shaping the energy world in 2025

• 08 January 2025

What opportunities, challenges and risks does the world of energy and natural resources face in 2025? From geopolitics to Big Oil M&A and innovation in power. Our experts share their thoughts.

Future energy: biomethane’s time has come

• 17 October 2024

Investment in the nascent biomethane sector, also known as renewable natural gas (RNG), is picking up, including large-scale M&A as Big Oil and manufacturers build positions. Simon asked Kateryna Filippenko, who leads our new Biomethane/RNG service, how she sees the market developing.

What the Middle East conflict means for oil and LNG

• 03 October 2024

With escalating Middle East tensions involving Iran, the geopolitical risks are high, yet oil, gas, and LNG market responses remain muted. How much production is at risk? What vulnerable infrastructure points could disrupt supply? Why has the price reaction been subdued compared to recent regional flashpoints?

What’s driving the upstream revival in Southeast Asia?

• 19 September 2024

Four reasons the industry has started to invest again.

Three factors driving US liquids production to new heights

• 05 September 2024

Our US upstream team identify three drivers of the US’ ascent to the top of the global supply league table and why it’s now the main growth engine for three of the four largest Majors.

Unlocking the potential of white hydrogen

• 25 July 2024

Faced with high costs, midstream transportation challenges and the slow development of demand, the low-carbon hydrogen economy is facing lowered expectations around its growth in the near term. Gavin Thompson, Vice Chair, EMEA, spoke to Richard Hood and Kate Adie from our Subsurface research team, authors of our recent analysis of white hydrogen’s potential.

Is it time for a global climate bank?

• 18 July 2024

Financing any aspect of the energy transition is tough. Funding the developing world’s transition, a topic central to the first Global Energy Transition Congress in Milan two weeks ago, is one of the most complex challenges that must be overcome in tackling climate change.

Artificial intelligence and the future of energy

• 27 June 2024

Artificial Intelligence is the next big thing in energy, dominating discussions at all levels in companies, banks, investment funds and governments. Prakash Sharma and I asked WoodMac’s experts what role AI might play in the energy and resources sectors and where the greatest opportunities and risks are.

A window opens for OPEC+ oil

• 20 June 2024

Based on our analysis of supply and demand, a window is opening to absorb more OPEC+ oil.

What will define LNG’s three phases of market growth?

• 06 June 2024

Our recently released Global gas strategic planning outlook (SPO) identifies three distinct phases of LNG market growth through the coming decade. What are the drivers of each market cycle? How low will prices go? What are the risks to each phase of LNG market growth? The WoodMac team stress-tested our new outlook on the ground at this week’s Japan Energy Summit in Tokyo.

Rebooting Asia’s energy transition

• 16 May 2024

Last week in Singapore, sector leaders, including CEOs, took to the stage for Wood Mackenzie’s 6th APAC Energy and Natural Resources Summit. The theme was ‘Rebooting Asia’s energy transition’.

How and why big oil is strengthening its oil and gas exposure

• 25 April 2024

Big oil is doubling down on oil and gas. Discover the reasons and implications in our latest Edge article.

Can emissions taxes decarbonise the LNG industry?

• 11 April 2024

The LNG industry is facing growing pressure to decarbonise. But this can't be achieved without major investment, pushing up the price of delivered LNG. Buyers have so far been reluctant to pay a premium for low-carbon volumes. Taxing LNG emissions could change this. Europe is leading the way, with the EU taxing the fuel emissions of LNG vessels from this year.  While an important first step, much more is required for the industry to decarbonise at scale.

Building an energy superpower

• 15 February 2024

How India fuels its future growth

Why Brent isn’t reacting to escalating geopolitical risk

• 08 February 2024

Today’s geopolitical temperature is close to boiling point. So why haven’t oil prices leapt in response, as we’ve seen in the past?

Diverging views on the role of gas in the energy transition

• 01 February 2024

Comparing Wood Mackenzie’s Net Zero 2050 scenario to the IEA NZE

Low-carbon tech: is geothermal close to a breakthrough?

• 25 January 2024

Is geothermal tech on the brink of a breakthrough? Explore the potential of next-gen geothermal in The Edge's latest article.

COP28 preview: five things to look for

• 23 November 2023

Paris reset or Groundhog Day?