Wood Mackenzie 2020 Research Excellence Awards

• 23 March 2021

In 2020, our global analysts produced an outstanding body of research to help steer our clients through the challenges and uncertainty of the Covid-19 pandemic. Our annual Research Excellence Awards celebrate the very best of that compelling and timely insight.

Can battery innovation accelerate the energy transition?

• 13 July 2023

Technological progress holds real promise

Distress in energy and natural resources

• 22 May 2020

Helping investors evaluate opportunities in energy and natural resources during the Covid-19 crisis

Five ways the copper industry can improve economics and sustainability

• 22 December 2020

Driven by a growing list of stakeholder requirements and an explosion in creative solutions, is the mining industry about to accelerate its adoption of technology?

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.

The energy transition needs minerals. Is deep sea mining the best way to get them? | Podcast

• 06 October 2023

Ed Crooks is back in the host’s chair, and joined by regular Amy Harder, Executive Editor of Cipher Magazine, the publication supported by Breakthrough Energy, and Dr Melissa Lott, Director of Columbia University’s Center on Global Energy Policy.

The race to lead the world in clean energy | Podcast

• 14 July 2023

Ed Crooks is joined by Melissa Lott and Amy Myers-Jaffe, as they discuss the economic vision behind Bidenomics and how it aims to turn the climate crisis into an opportunity for job creation and cost reduction.

Controversy over COP28 | Podcast

• 30 June 2023

On this week’s Energy Gang we delve into the challenges and opportunities ahead for the upcoming climate talks at COP 28. The gang also look at grid stability which is a critical concern and the rising demand for long-duration battery storage solutions.

Clearing the red tape around renewables | Podcast

• 10 March 2023

On this week’s episode, Dr. Melissa Lott and Emily Grubert join Ed Crooks to explore critical topics in the energy industry. They discuss the steps needed to unlock investment in renewable energy projects, energy security concerns following recent geopolitical events, and the latest innovations in battery chemistry.

The US clean energy boom: What might stop it?

• 10 February 2023

Robbie Orvis and Amy Myers-Jaffe, join Ed Crooks on today’s Energy Gang episode to discuss barriers that need to be addressed in the wake of the Inflation Reduction Act to ensure the continued growth of low carbon energy in the US.

Horizons Live: Pedal to the metal

• 04 October 2022

Watch on demand as our panel answers questions on the challenges facing the steel industry from the growing supply demand to the collective global goal of achieving net zero by 2050.  

Energy transition metals: the ESG dilemma

• 18 July 2022

Lithium, cobalt, graphite and rare earths are crucial building blocks of a decarbonised world. Can markets ramp up production while meeting ESG requirements?

Europe looks for alternatives to Russian energy

• 28 February 2022

European governments are looking at ways to limit their dependence on Russian energy. What plans have been announced for increased investment in LNG, nuclear power and renewables?

Chinese smelters critical to zinc market balance in 2020

• 30 January 2020

The most important driver of the zinc market in 2020 will be the performance of the world’s zinc smelting industry, according to Wood Mackenzie.

Horizons podcast: The Big Ban

• 30 June 2022

Regular host Dr. Liz Dennett is joined by Derek Brower, US Energy Editor at the Financial Times, Massimo Di-Odoardo and Ann-Louise Hittle.

Coal Forum 2023 panel: decarbonisation in real time in Australia

• 05 September 2023

At this year’s Coal and the Future of Energy Forum in Brisbane, panellists Bob Mckerrow (Thiess), Erik Isokangas (Mining3) and Rory Simington (Wood Mackenzie) discussed the challenges of decarbonisation within the mining industry. We break down some of our biggest takeaways.

Four key takeaways from LME 2024

• 15 October 2024

We spotlight some key themes from conversations at our recent event that will shape the future of metals and mining

Zinc Product Suite

Leading zinc market research and analysis gives you insight into the entire zinc value chain today and how it will evolve

Electric vehicles and battery supply chain: bumpy road ahead in 2023?

• 18 January 2023

Will EV sales accelerate in 2023? Can the supply chain keep up? And how will the industry navigate decarbonisation targets?

How do Western sanctions on Russia impact the global metals, mining and coal markets?

• 29 May 2024

We explore how Russia's economy is adapting to Western sanctions by pivoting to new markets in Asia, and what this shift means for global trade and economic stability

eBook | Powering the future: mitigating risks and seizing opportunities in the evolving battery supply chain

• 13 August 2025

Navigate volatility, secure supply and capture growth in the next phase of battery market evolution

Middle East conflict puts up to 3.5 million tonnes of aluminium output at risk

• 01 April 2026

The ongoing Middle East conflict is triggering a critical supply crisis in the global aluminium market, with disruptions potentially removing 3–3.5 million tonnes (Mt) of output in 2026.

What investors want to know about energy and natural resources

• 17 June 2020

The impact of Covid-19 on energy demand remains top of mind, but investors’ questions reveal a return to calm if not a return to “normal”

The US energy transition rides on the electric F-150

• 21 May 2021

Ford has launched the electric version of its best-selling F-150 truck. Its success or failure will have a big impact on the electrification of transport in the US, and on climate policy.

Iron ore: who will fill the emerging supply gap?

• 03 June 2019

The tightly balanced iron ore market was a hot topic at Singapore Iron Ore week, Asia Pacific’s biggest annual gathering of steel and iron ore industry insiders. What else caught our analysts’ attention at this year’s conference?

Three forces weakening US dollar’s grip on commodity pricing

• 04 November 2019

In the commodity world, the US dollar is king. The currency dominates pricing and payments of energy and metals. In this new piece of research Principal Economist Perter Martin asks whether dollar dominance is set to end.

Infographic | How the steel industry is reducing its carbon footprint

• 20 September 2024

Steel production is witnessing a technology shift

Is the price rally in energy and metals sustainable?

• 14 May 2021

Green shoots of economic recovery are bursting through. Energy, metals and mining commodity markets have sensed it for months – witness the soaring prices of oil, LNG, iron ore, copper and many other metals. Is this a post-pandemic economic bounce or the start of a new supercycle?

Zinc: things to look for in 2024

• 25 January 2024

Lower zinc prices, premiums and treatment charges mean 2024 will be another challenging year for the world’s zinc producers.

Will electric vehicle manufacturers be able to secure enough raw materials moving forward?

• 06 April 2018

We sat down with Dukascopy TV to discuss what's happening with the battery and raw materials used in electric vehicles.