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.

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.
The Brazilian government has been instructed to define within two months a plan for the gradual reduction of fossil fuels, supported by a national energy transition fund financed by oil revenues.
The German government may miss the January 2026 deadline to transpose the RED III directive, creating uncertainty over biofuel mandates and disrupting markets.
Italy allocated 82% of the proposed solar and wind capacities in the Fer-X auction, totalling 8.6GW, with competitive purchase prices and a strong concentration of projects in the southern part of the country.
Amid rising public spending, the French government has tasked two experts with reassessing the support scheme for renewable electricity and storage, with proposals expected within three months.
National operator PSE partners with armed forces to protect transformer stations as critical infrastructure faces sabotage linked to foreign interference.
The Norwegian government establishes a commission to anticipate the decline of hydrocarbons and assess economic options for the country in the coming decades.
Kazakhstan plans to allocate 3 GW of wind and solar projects by the end of 2026 through public tenders, with a first 1 GW tranche in 2025, amid efforts to modernise its power system.
Hurricanes Beryl, Helene and Milton accounted for 80% of electricity outages recorded in 2024, marking a ten-year high according to federal data.
The French Energy Regulatory Commission introduces a temporary prudential control on gas and electricity suppliers through a “guichet à blanc” opening in December, pending the transposition of European rules.
The Carney–Smith agreement launches a new pipeline to Asia, removes oil and gas emission caps, and initiates reform of the Pacific north coast tanker ban.
The gradual exit from CfD contracts is turning stable assets into infrastructures exposed to higher volatility, challenging expected returns and traditional financing models for the renewable sector.
The Canadian government introduces major legislative changes to the Energy Efficiency Act to support its national strategy and adapt to the realities of digital commerce.
Quebec becomes the only Canadian province where a carbon price still applies directly to fuels, as Ottawa eliminated the public-facing carbon tax in April 2025.
New Delhi launches a 72.8 bn INR incentive plan to build a 6,000-tonne domestic capacity for permanent magnets, amid rising Chinese export restrictions on critical components.
The rise of CfDs, PPAs and capacity mechanisms signals a structural shift: markets alone no longer cover 10–30-year financing needs, while spot prices have surged 400% in Europe since 2019.
Germany plans to finalise the €5.8bn ($6.34bn) purchase of a 25.1% stake in TenneT Germany to strengthen its control over critical national power grid infrastructure.
The Ghanaian government is implementing a reform of its energy system focused on increasing the use of local natural gas, aiming to reduce electricity production costs and limit the sector's financial imbalance.

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