IMO 2030 carbon intensity target can be achieved with adoption of amendments

• 26 February 2021

Wood Mackenzie’s latest report reveals that the International Maritime Organization’s (IMO) 2030 carbon intensity target can be achieved with the adoption of the Energy Efficiency Design Index (EEDI) and Energy Efficiency Design Index for existing ships (EEXI) amendments at the Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC) 76 in June this year.

Europe needs to change course to hit 2030 emissions target

• 18 February 2021

Europe’s new 2030 emissions target of a 55% reduction over 1990 levels has made it the undisputed global leader in climate ambition. However, with the region still a long way from achieving this rapidly approaching goal, dramatic changes are needed.

OPEC+, Covid-19 and energy transition – 3 themes impacting oil markets and refining in 2021

• 28 January 2021

Wood Mackenzie’s latest outlook report shows that the art of balancing oil markets and the refining sector in 2021 hinges upon three key themes – OPEC+ production, Covid-19 developments, and the energy transition.

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?

Oil

• 16 November 2020

Stay ahead of the oil market with our real-time, proprietary data collected by patented monitoring technology.

The challenge of upgrading the US grid

• 07 May 2021

The shift towards renewable power generation relies on adding transmission capacity. Opposition to new lines makes that an uphill battle.

US nuclear’s problems add to the challenge of carbon-free power

• 30 April 2021

The shutdown of the Indian Point nuclear plant underlines the difficulty of achieving 100% zero-carbon electricity in the US by 2035

Tesla’s share price and the future of EVs

• 26 February 2021

After a spectacular rise, Tesla’s shares have been on a downward trend this month. The company’s fundamental prospects still look good

Biden’s climate plans aim at job creation

• 29 January 2021

The president wants to support renewables and EVs, while having little immediate impact on oil and gas

Rising oil prices test US producers’ willpower

• 15 January 2021

WTI above $50 means US E&Ps can hold production flat while paying down debt. But will they be tempted to go for growth?

International explorers steer clear of Alaska’s wildlife refuge

• 08 January 2021

Reputational, legal and political risks meant there was little interest in a first-ever lease sale in the area. But Alaska’s oil industry has other more promising prospects

Ten predictions for energy in 2021

• 18 December 2020

Wood Mackenzie analysts on what we should expect in energy in the coming year, for sectors from oil markets to solar costs and coal exports to EVs

Oil producers cautious as recovery hopes rise

• 20 November 2020

Good news on Covid-19 vaccines points to a rebound next year, but there are still some difficult months ahead

Biden administration set fair for US offshore wind

• 13 November 2020

Priorities for the new president will be creating jobs and cutting emissions. Offshore wind can help him do both

The coronavirus second wave hits demand for oil

• 06 November 2020

The numbers of new reported Covid-19 cases have been surging in Europe and the US, forcing lockdowns and putting a brake on the economy. In other news, China plans to end sales of conventional internal combustion engine cars by 2035, counting the cost of plugging old wells, and world oil and gas demand will peak around 2030, Equinor says.

Big Oil commits to dividends in troubled times

• 30 October 2020

The US and European majors showed how cash distributions are a crucial part of their appeal to investors in the energy transition

A new model for M&A in US oil

• 06 October 2020

Consolidation is one way for the beleaguered shale industry to achieve badly needed cost cuts. Devon and WPX have shown one way it could be done

Google sets a new challenge for renewable energy

• 18 September 2020

Tech companies have been matching their electricity use with purchases of wind and solar power. Now Google wants to go further and run its operations on renewables 24/7

US pipelines blocked by the courts

• 09 July 2020

Campaigners against pipelines scored three notable successes this week. Their victories show challenges are mounting for pipeline operators

Shell takes a hit from the coronavirus downturn

• 02 July 2020

The company is taking a gloomier view of oil and gas prices over the next few years, prompting a writedown in asset values of up to $22 billion after tax

Capital is still flowing into the US oil and gas industry

• 19 June 2020

The US oil and gas industry has been a challenging sector for investors for years, and the fall in oil prices in 2020 has added to its difficulties. But recent bond issues by US E&Ps have shown that debt markets are still open for some

Assessing the risks to future oil demand

• 15 May 2020

A weak world economy, the backlash against globalisation, and more ambitious climate policies threaten to put a brake on growth

Energy demand starts on its long road to recovery

• 08 May 2020

As businesses start to reopen in Europe and the US, fuel use has risen from its lows last month. But returning to pre-pandemic levels will take time.

Can the world agree a deal to boost oil prices?

• 03 April 2020

As oil demand plunges, companies and governments are looking for ways to manage the market to bring it back to equilibrium. Leading oil-producing countries will hold an online meeting on Monday to try to agree a plan.

Will there be a bailout for the hard-pressed US shale industry?

• 13 March 2020

As US E&Ps are battered by plunging oil prices, the Trump administration is considering offering them financial support. This and more in this week's Energy Pulse with Ed Crooks.

Webinar | North American Natural Gas Summer Outlook 2025

• 30 April 2025

Join Wood Mackenzie on Wednesday 30 April, for our Summer Outlook where our experts will discuss the primary risks facing the North America natural gas market this summer and host a Q&A to address your most relevant questions.

Webinar | Middle East and North Africa Upstream

• 20 February 2024

2023 was a year in which the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region consolidated 2022’s gains. 2024 heralds much uncertainty: an expansion of OPEC quotas will impact short term oil production across the region while capacity expansion continues apace.