The energy transition market will reach 3.7 trillion USD in 2028

The energy transition market will reach 3.7 trillion USD by 2028, supported by growing public and private investment, with an annual growth rate of 9.4% according to Allied Market Research.

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The global energy transition market is expanding rapidly, supported by massive investment from both the public and private sectors.
Growing recognition of the urgency of climate change is prompting governments to inject considerable funds into renewable energy infrastructure.
These funds are aimed at modernizing existing systems and promoting the adoption of cleaner energy sources, notably wind, solar and hydro.
Private companies, meanwhile, are increasing their commitment to green energy, helping to boost the market.
However, the sector faces challenges, not least the limited availability of critical materials, essential for new technologies.
Innovation in energy storage is therefore becoming a priority, with emerging solutions such as solid-state and flow batteries.
These technologies promise to improve energy density and safety, responding to growing market demands.

Renewable energies and fast-track adoption

Renewable energies dominate the energy transition market, with rising adoption supported by favorable government policies.
Solar and wind power, in particular, are playing a central role in reducing greenhouse gas emissions, in line with global climate targets.
Tax incentives and government subsidies are accelerating the integration of these technologies into national energy systems.
Renewable technologies are now seen as viable and competitive solutions, even when compared with fossil fuels.
Governments are putting in place rigorous regulatory frameworks to encourage their widespread adoption, making these technologies increasingly attractive to investors.

The residential sector in full mutation

The residential segment is booming, driven by a growing adoption of clean energy solutions.
Homeowners are increasingly investing in technologies such as solar panels and geothermal heating systems, supported by attractive tax incentives.
This trend reflects a growing desire to reduce dependence on fossil fuels and minimize carbon footprints.
Home modernization and the integration of clean energy technologies have become priorities for many households, reinforced by economic and environmental motivations.
The residential sector is thus set to become a key player in the energy transition, with significant implications for global demand for renewable energy.

Asia-Pacific: driving regional growth

Asia-Pacific is emerging as the main driver of global growth in the energy transition market. The region is investing heavily in renewable technologies to meet growing energy demand. Technological innovations and favorable market dynamics are accelerating the adoption of clean energies, making these solutions increasingly competitive. Leading companies in the sector, such as NextEra Energy, Inc, Iberdrola, S.A., and Tesla Inc, are adopting diversified strategies to gain a foothold in this rapidly expanding market. These companies are investing in new technologies, collaborating on international projects and strengthening their presence in emerging markets. These initiatives are crucial to maintaining their competitive edge against a backdrop of rapid transformation in the energy sector.

The Ministry of the Economy forecasts stable regulated tariffs in 2026 and 2027 for 19.75 million households, despite the removal of the Arenh mechanism and the implementation of a new tariff framework.
The federation of the electricity sector proposes a comprehensive plan to reduce dependence on fossil fuels by replacing their use in transport, industry and housing with locally produced electricity.
The new Czech Minister of Industry wants to block the upcoming European emissions trading system, arguing that it harms competitiveness and threatens national industry against global powers.
Several scenarios are under review to regain control of CEZ, a key electricity provider in Czechia, through a transaction estimated at over CZK200bn ($9.6bn), according to the Minister of Industry.
The government has postponed the release of the new Multiannual Energy Programme to early 2026, delayed by political tensions over the balance between nuclear and renewables.
Indonesia plans $31bn in investments by 2030 to decarbonise captive power, but remains constrained by coal dependence and uncertainty over international financing.
A drone attack on the Al-Muqrin station paralysed part of Sudan's electricity network, affecting several states and killing two rescuers during a second strike on the burning site.
The Bolivian government eliminates subsidies on petrol and diesel, ending a system in place for twenty years amid budgetary pressure and dwindling foreign currency reserves.
Poland’s financial watchdog has launched legal proceedings over suspicious transactions involving Energa shares, carried out just before Orlen revealed plans to acquire full ownership.
The Paris Council awards a €15bn, 25-year contract to Dalkia, a subsidiary of EDF, to operate the capital’s heating network, replacing long-time operator Engie amid political tensions ahead of municipal elections.
Norway’s energy regulator plans a rule change mandating grid operators to prepare for simultaneous sabotage scenarios, with an annual cost increase estimated between NOK100 and NOK300 per household.
The State of São Paulo has requested the termination of Enel Distribuição São Paulo’s concession, escalating tensions between local authorities and the federal regulator amid major political and energy concerns three years before the contractual expiry.
Mauritania secures Saudi financing to build a key section of the “Hope Line” as part of its national plan to expand electricity transmission infrastructure inland.
RESourceEU introduces direct European Union intervention on critical raw materials via stockpiling, joint purchasing and export restrictions to reduce external dependency and secure strategic industrial chains.
The third National Low-Carbon Strategy enters its final consultation phase before its 2026 adoption, defining France’s emissions reduction trajectory through 2050 with sector-specific and industrial targets.
Germany will allow a minimum 1.4% increase in grid operator revenues from 2029, while tightening efficiency requirements in a compromise designed to unlock investment without significantly increasing consumer tariffs.
Facing a structural electricity surplus, the government commits to releasing a new Multiannual Energy Programme by Christmas, as aligning supply, demand and investments becomes a key industrial and budgetary issue.
A key scientific report by the United Nations Environment Programme failed to gain state approval due to deep divisions over fossil fuels and other sensitive issues.
RTE warns of France’s delay in electrifying energy uses, a key step to limiting fossil fuel imports and supporting its reindustrialisation strategy.
India’s central authority has cancelled 6.3 GW of grid connections for renewable projects since 2022, marking a tightening of regulations and a shift in responsibility back to developers.

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