Tapping working gas volume could cushion blow of Europe’s energy crunch

• 04 November 2021

European gas storage has been struggling to fill this summer. Storage at the beginning of November will be about 75% full, at 83 billion cubic metres (bcm), 14 bcm below the five-year average, rattling the market. A cold European winter could result in storage levels falling to zero by the end of March 2022, unless more Russian gas supply is available versus current export levels. But there could be an alternative available to the market should this come to pass – tapping the substantial amount of cushion gas available in Europe’s storage facilities. Global natural resources consultancy Wood Mackenzie, a Verisk business (Nasdaq: VRSK), said using cushion gas could allow an extra 15 bcm enter the market, easing the supply crunch.

Carbon Capture, Utilization, & Storage Conference 2026

• 07 October 2026

The Carbon Capture, Utilization and Storage (CCUS) Conference is on October 7-8 2026 in Houston, TX where you will have the opportunity to hear insight on the global CCUS landscape and why the US stands out. Find out how evolving carbon markets and technology will drive CCUS beyond 2030.

Enlit Asia 2023

• 03 August 2022

Meet our team at this year's Enlit Europe 2023, taking place in Paris, France | 28-30 November

Webinar | New frontiers Order intake by Chinese wind turbine OEMs

• 30 September 2024

Join Wood Mackenzie as we explore the global turbine OEM order intake recent trends.

Webinar | Rising to the challenge of decarbonising European power and prospects for flexible resources

• 26 September 2024

As the share of renewables in European power supply reaches 50%, we examine some of the key drivers, enabling resources, and commercial instruments supporting continued decarbonisation. In this webinar our researchers will share their insight into the evolving dynamics of markets, the critical role of energy storage in serving the growing need for flexibility, and our new analysis of ancillary market opportunities.

On-demand webinar | North America Power Markets H1 2024

• 31 December 2024

After 15+ years of flat electricity demand, North America is staring down a potential re-emergence of electricity demand growth led by large loads - data centers and manufacturing.In this webinar our researchers will dive into our strategic planning outlook that was released in June 2024, covering a number of key changes that have been made, as a result of recent market shifts.

Webinar | Coronavirus and oil price collapse: will it make or break EV adoption

• 29 April 2020

The pandemic caused by the coronavirus has wreaked havoc on global automotive demand and more so on electric vehicle sales. National lockdowns have kept customers away from car dealerships and stopped production lines. Fear and uncertainly has swayed people away from adopting new technology including electric cars. Join Ram Chandrasekaran, Principal Analyst Global Mobility & Transportation and Prakash Sharma, Director, Energy Transition Practice at Wood Mackenzie as they discuss the fallout of the coronavirus pandemic on the electric vehicles market.

Webinar | Offshore wind in the UK: exploring the merchant potential

• 31 March 2020

Join Wood Mackenzie's Rolf Kragelund, Director, Global Offshore Wind and Peter Osbaldstone, Director, European Power Markets on March 31st at 11 AM BST to explore the merchant offshore wind potential of the UK market.

Webinar | A European battery supply chain – edging closer to reality?

• 30 April 2020

The spread of coronavirus around the world and the resultant disruption to raw material flows has already raised questions on globalisation and increased calls rather for greater regionalisation. Even before the outbreak, voices in Europe were lobbying for the creation of a ‘home grown’ electric vehicle chain – highlighting the inherent risks in relying on the likes of China, Korea and Japan for battery cells and other components.

Horizons Live: Carbon removals

• 01 October 2024

In the recent Horizons Live session, our panel discussed carbon removals and how they will play a crucial role in achieving net zero.

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.  

Predictions for energy and natural resources in 2025

• 13 December 2024

The impact of Chinese EVs, ambitious NOCs, the Saudi storage boom and more, as Wood Mackenzie analysts look ahead to next year

Emissions rules for US power pose some difficult questions

• 06 May 2024

New EPA regulations for coal plants hit an industry in decline. Emissions curbs for gas plants would affect a sector that is still growing.

Chinese manufacturers represent both promise and threat in the EV future

• 22 March 2024

The big problem with EVs is that they are too expensive. Chinese manufacturers are solving that, and posing a growing threat to companies in the US, Europe and Japan. The pressure to protect domestic industries is growing.

A major setback for nuclear power

• 13 November 2023

The decision to cancel the first small modular reactor planned in the US is a blow to hopes of a new source of dispatchable low-carbon power.

Ten predictions for 2023

• 16 December 2022

After a tumultuous year, Ed looks ahead to 2023 with a selection of Wood Mackenzie analysts predictions

Low-carbon electricity is on the rise in the US, regardless of Supreme Court decision

• 05 July 2022

The Obama administration’s attempt to regulate power sector emissions has been ruled illegal, constraining future policy. Renewables are set to grow anyway.

Strategic intelligence in European power markets for traders

• 20 July 2023

Comprehensive solutions for forecasting, evaluating and exploiting future opportunities in power trading

Strategic intelligence in European power markets for utilities

• 20 July 2023

Comprehensive solutions for forecasting, evaluating and exploiting future opportunities in power generation and transmission

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Global context

• 23 October 2024

What’s changed since our last outlook?

Energy transition outlook: Middle East

• 18 February 2025

Energy transition progress slows in our latest update – but uncertainty around pace and duration pushes the Middle East to prioritise resiliency.

How utilities, developers and IPPs can turn complexity into revenue

• 14 August 2023

Rising demand and market swings pose big challenges - but even bigger rewards for those who adapt fast. Will you?

Are voters turning their backs on the EU’s 2030 climate objectives?

• 10 July 2024

European voters just threw a spanner in the works of the EU’s 2030 decarbonisation targets. Last month’s European parliamentary elections saw a dramatic shift in power to nationalist and populist parties, which tapped into, among other issues, voter scepticism over the pace and sheer cost of the energy transition. We look at the impact of the elections on tackling 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.

COP28 key takeaways

• 14 December 2023

The challenges in accelerating the energy transition

The Biden administration tries to lead by example on EVs

• 11 February 2022

The US government wants electric vans in the USPS' new fleet, France seeks an expansion of nuclear power, and exploring the progress of fusion power.

Predictions for 2022

• 17 December 2021

2022 could see rising carbon prices, greater distributed solar capacity, tighter supply chains for renewable energy and a double-digit market share for EVs.