Energy transition glossary

• 21 August 2024

Our energy transition glossary helps you understand key terms and definitions.

Oil and Gas Emissions Benchmarking Tool

Inform strategic decisions regarding oil & gas emissions risk management at scope 1, 2 and 3

Extreme weather and fast LNG dominate US natural gas news

• 06 September 2024

A summary of news of what’s been happening in the US market

The impact of the second wave of US LNG

• 14 August 2019

The first wave of US LNG projects was a game-changer, putting it on a course to be the world's third largest LNG producer after Australia and Qatar by 2020.

Reducing the emissions from natural gas

• 13 May 2024

Demand for natural gas is growing. So is pressure to reduce its carbon intensity. The industry’s emissions will increasingly come under scrutiny, and measurement and reporting will need to improve.

Asian LNG demand forecast to decline for a second consecutive year as Middle East conflict reshapes regional supply flows

• 13 July 2026

Asian LNG demand is heading for a second consecutive year of decline. Wood Mackenzie forecasts Asia Pacific demand at 257 Mt in 2026, down from 268 Mt in 2025 and a peak of 278 Mt in 2024, as the Middle East conflict tightens global supply and pushes spot prices to levels that are forcing buyers across the region to cut volumes, switch fuels and accelerate supply diversification.

Harris v Trump: A fork in the road for US energy

• 21 October 2024

Our insight 'The 2024 US election: A fork in the road for US energy policy' presents the key areas set to be shaped by the outcome of the presidential race.

Global gas industry in the 2050 net zero world

• 30 January 2024

Gas has a key role to play in the energy transition, but only if it can decarbonise

Oil and mining companies must adapt new strategies to deliver low-carbon transition

• 20 April 2023

As companies in the energy and natural resource sector struggle to find the balance between satisfying shareholder returns and meeting stakeholder low-carbon demands, new strategies are emerging that could be the catalyst to drive capital allocation decisions toward growth and closing valuation gaps, according to “Fuelling Change” a new Horizons report from Wood Mackenzie.

Why COP26 has to succeed

• 28 October 2021

What happens if COP26 doesn’t put the world on a 2 °C or lower pathway? Our latest Energy Transition Outlook explores what happens if COP26 fails to lay down the law on collective goals and actions to tackle climate change.

How higher interest rates could hold up energy transition investment

• 09 May 2024

Higher interest rates could stall investment in green technologies. Learn what Policymakers can do to keep the energy transition on track in this analysis.

3 reasons why the Permian basin needs 1 more crude pipeline

• 08 July 2019

Permian crude pipeline capacity isn't overbuilt longer term. Wood Mackenzie analysis shows one more takeaway pipeline will be needed in the 2030s.

Decarbonising the upstream industry

• 14 July 2021

In the face of the energy transition, upstream companies are under severe pressure to decarbonise. A situation that is only likely to intensify. Companies need to take note, set out their strategy and act so as to future-proof their business and keep hold of their social licence to operate.

Action to achieve Paris climate goals will upend oil and gas prices

• 15 April 2021

If the world acts decisively to limit global warming to 2°C by 2050, the scale of change will revolutionise the energy industry. Progressive electrification will squeeze the most polluting hydrocarbons out of the energy mix, nearly eliminating their markets. Oil demand will shrink, and with it, so will the power of major oil producers. Gas demand will remain resilient, but business models will need to evolve.

Can upstream deliver the oil and gas supply the world needs?

• 17 August 2023

Assessing the risks in a strong investment upcycle

Gas and LNG: predictions for 2023

• 12 January 2023

The gas industry found itself at the epicentre of the energy crisis in 2022, with far-reaching implications. What twists and turns will 2023 bring to this global story?

The future of gas investment

• 12 November 2020

Capital is the lifeblood of the global gas industry. But with investment criteria changing fast, companies must respond.

RETURN OF THE FID: Gastech 2019

• 09 September 2019

Wood Mackenzie is the official knowledge partner of Gastech 2019. Join us as we give end-to-end insights on the Return of the FID. The next wave awakens...

The Hormuz shock: what the data reveals about global oil markets in 2026

• 02 July 2026

One supply disruption. Five structural crises. Here is what satellite data, pipeline sensors and refinery cameras showed that headlines missed.

How the Russia/Ukraine war changes energy markets

• 28 April 2022

The war has created turmoil and sent power, gas, coal and oil prices through the roof. Will the world's dependence on fossil fuels increase – or will high prices accelerate investment in the energy transition?

Willow project shows President Biden’s support for oil production

• 17 March 2023

Balancing climate goals with demands for cheap energy is not easy. The administration is under attack for favoring increased US oil supply

Australia’s deepening gas market turmoil

• 01 February 2023

Gas price caps across Australia’s east coast spook producers and LNG buyers.

Japan to lose top LNG importer position to China by 2022

• 23 July 2019

According to a new report by Wood Mackenzie, Japan could lose its pole position as the world’s top LNG importer to China as early as 2022.

Preparing for ADIPEC 2024: 3 crucial questions answered

• 25 October 2024

ADIPEC will take place from 4-7 November in Abu Dhabi. The event will focus on the role of energy in driving a comprehensive transformation that benefits people, the planet, and our collective prosperity.

Asset Connect

Visualise the infrastructure and its interconnectivity across the North American crude oil supply chain.

Private equity – big buyers of oil and gas in the downturn

• 12 November 2019

Private equity firms have been among the big buyers of oil and gas assets in the last few years, taking advantage of portfolio restructuring among traditional players during the downturn. What’s the plan for success? And how are the exit options shaping up?

Exploration Service

Shape your exploration strategy by benchmarking companies, countries, basins and plays.

Five global transition challenges – the Asian perspective

• 22 June 2023

LNG demand, sustaining upstream, new sources of finance, metals investment and supply chain independence.

A second Trump administration

• 07 November 2024

A new Trump administration will have huge influence across both the domestic and international arenas. Introducing more import tariffs, abandoning climate policy and resolving conflicts are all high on the agenda. There are major implications for the energy and natural resources sectors.

Will oil, gas and coal peak by 2030? | Podcast

• 03 November 2023

Discussing the latest insights on fossil fuel demand, electric vehicles, US oil deals, offshore wind and the critical role of graphite in the energy transition.