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The world’s natural gas markets moved towards a gradual rebalancing last year after the supply shock that followed Russia’s invasion of Ukraine But the global balance is set to remain fragile in 2025 amid rising demand & tight supply Read more 👉 https://iea.li/41uhQkH

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Even under today’s policy settings, demand for critical minerals is set to continue rising strongly as energy transitions accelerate. And though the market is currently well-supplied, continued vigilance is needed to avoid strains in the future ➡️ https://iea.li/3XfTwjZ

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Rapidly rising demand for EVs and, more recently, for battery storage, has made batteries one of the fastest-growing clean energy technologies. Our report analyses the emissions related to battery use and highlights priorities for reducing them ⬇️

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🗣 “High gas prices have knock-on effects on electricity prices … the economic damage has been visible for both households & businesses” Read more on how gas market volatility in Europe is putting pressure on competitiveness & cost of living ➡️ https://iea.li/41hc4BK

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On Thursday, join the authors of our Electricity 2025 report for a webinar on the main findings. They'll highlight recent policies & market developments in the sector and forecasts for electricity demand, supply & CO2 emissions through 2027. Sign up ➡️ https://iea.li/4bfzdJb

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🗣 “There is no AI without energy — more specifically electricity.” IEA’s @fbirol on the implications of AI for energy security & transitions. Watch his full remarks at our Global Conference on Energy & AI in December ➡️ https://iea.li/4b7C6vH

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Sign-up for our newsletter to receive exclusive commentaries, links to our latest news and analysis, and a sneak peek at upcoming content. 📧⬇️ https://iea.li/412nuZU

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Applications to join our Energy Efficiency Policy Training Week in Paris from 7-11 April are open! 🚨 The training will offer insights on how to implement effective #EnergyEfficiency policy in key sectors like buildings, industry & more Apply now 👉 https://iea.li/4b9biLr

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Calling all energy professionals! 📢 We want your views on how AI solutions are being used today to optimise energy use & accelerate innovation across the sector. ✍️ Have an example to share? Complete our short survey by 20 Feb → https://iea.li/41djXbs

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Our latest Energy Snapshot newsletter went out Monday, examining the pressing need to modernise the world’s electricity grids to ensure secure & reliable power systems. Read it here ➡️ https://iea.li/4gKGFNQ Subscribe now ⬇️

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The global map for nuclear is changing 🌎 Most of the nuclear power fleet today is in advanced economies. But the majority of projects under construction are in China, which is set to overtake the US & EU in installed nuclear capacity by 2030 ➡️ https://iea.li/40Z5zEM

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A new era for nuclear energy is emerging · Nuclear is set for historic high output in 2025 · The number of projects under construction is near its highest level in 30 years · 40+ countries plan to expand nuclear · SMRs are coming But challenges remain ➡️ https://iea.li/40VPyy4

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Data centres looking to meet power needs are emerging as a new dedicated market for small modular reactors Up to 25 gigawatts of SMR capacity for data centres has been announced And tech companies' strong credit ratings can facilitate financing 👉 https://iea.li/3X9N3Hh

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Global investment in nuclear energy doubled between 2010 & 2023 And it needs to double again to $120 billion to reach countries' goals Public funding alone will not be sufficient to build a new era for nuclear: greater private financing will be key 👉 https://iea.li/4k5desI

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Small modular reactors, known as SMRs, can be a gamechanger for nuclear energy They can be quicker to build with greater scope for cost reductions, driven by innovation By 2050, over 1,000 SMRs could start operating with a combined capacity of 120 GW ➡️ https://iea.li/3D7yEo9

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A critical minerals supply shock could have major impacts If a graphite supply disruption occurred, causing a tenfold price surge, average battery pack costs would rise 45% These higher battery prices could result in more expensive EVs for consumers ➡️ https://iea.li/3EJNwJU

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The world’s power consumption is forecast to rise at its fastest pace in recent years, driven by growing use for industry, air conditioning, electrification & data centres. More in our Electricity 2025 report ⬇️ https://iea.li/3X5kdYO

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🗣 “India is developing its bioenergy market to provide affordable energy while reducing fuel imports, improving air quality & cutting emissions” Our new commentary looks at how to unlock bioenergy’s full potential in 🇮🇳 → https://iea.li/3CWnL8I

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The world’s electricity demand is forecast to rise at its fastest pace in recent years, growing at close to 4% annually through 2027 Increasing power use for industry, air conditioning, electrification & data centres is propelling this growth More ➡️ https://iea.li/3X6a7GN

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Heat pump supply chains are less geographically concentrated than other clean technologies like solar panels or batteries But in 2023, 40% of heat pumps sold globally were manufactured in China – more than the number produced in the US & EU combined 👉 https://iea.li/437z9sS

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Our latest Energy Snapshot newsletter went out yesterday, examining the pressing need to modernise the world’s electricity grids to ensure secure & reliable power systems. Read it here ➡️ https://iea.li/4i4c4Mi Subscribe now ⬇️

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🗣️ "The acceleration of global electricity demand...presents evolving challenges for governments in ensuring secure, affordable and sustainable electricity supply." IEA's Keisuke Sadamori on the latest trends in the world's power use. Read more ➡️ https://iea.li/4hDm7YC

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Infrastructure development & policy support is propelling India's gas market into a new phase of growth Our new report shows the country's gas demand is set to rise 60% by 2030, marking a major shift in its energy landscape ➡️ https://iea.li/41a9DC1

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Emerging economies in Asia are set to drive oil demand growth in 2025, even as Chinese fuel demand plateaus At the same time, escalating sanctions & voluntary supply cuts are chipping away at this year’s expected supply surplus More ⬇️ https://iea.li/3X1Lf2X

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Batteries aren't just for powering smartphones In 2016, the energy sector accounted for around 50% of global demand for batteries, about the same share as electronic devices By 2023, energy's share had risen above 90% - in a market 10 times the size → https://iea.li/3D0qcaa

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A critical minerals supply shock could have major impacts If a graphite supplies were disrupted, causing a 10X price surge, average battery pack costs globally would rise 45% These higher battery prices could result in more expensive EVs for consumers ➡️ https://iea.li/4gFWDIK

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Our Executive Director @fbirol and tech guru @NandanNilekani, co-founder of the Foundation for Interoperability in Digital Economy (FIDE), recently held an event to discuss a new paper Digital Energy Grid: A Vision for a Unified Energy Infrastructure ⬇️

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India is the fastest growing bioenergy market in the world. And between 2023 and 2030, it’s set to account for more than a third of global bioenergy demand growth. Read more on opportunities & challenges for 🇮🇳 to achieve its bioenergy ambitions ➡️ https://iea.li/4hQI2vd

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🗣 “India is developing its bioenergy market to provide affordable energy while reducing fuel imports, improving air quality & cutting emissions” This #IndiaEnergyWeek, our new commentary looks at how to unlock bioenergy’s full potential in 🇮🇳 → https://iea.li/4hWrEtk

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Electricity 2025 is out now! ⚡️ It shows the world’s power consumption is forecast to rise at its fastest pace in recent years, driven by growing use for industry, air conditioning, electrification & data centres. Explore the analysis ⬇️ https://iea.li/4hYxuKE

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Heat pump supply chains are less geographically concentrated than other clean technologies like solar panels or batteries But in 2023, 40% of heat pumps sold globally were manufactured in China – more than the number produced in the US & EU combined 👉 https://iea.li/4gBlGwN

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Calling all energy professionals! 📢 We want your views on how AI solutions are being used today to optimise energy use & accelerate innovation across the sector. ✍️ Have an example to share? Complete our short survey by 20 Feb → https://iea.li/3ExwqyV

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A critical minerals supply shock could have major impacts If a graphite supply disruption occurred, causing a tenfold price surge, average battery pack costs would rise 45% These higher battery prices could result in more expensive EVs for consumers ➡️ https://iea.li/4gwBPU1

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Trade in heat pumps has grown less rapidly than in other clean energy technologies With installations set to grow in the coming decades, international trade is likely to expand too. But local production will remain key in major markets 👉 https://iea.li/3Qae7m1

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🗣 “This coming April, we will launch an IEA Observatory on Energy & AI" Today at the #AIActionSummit, our Executive Director @fbirol announced our new initiative to provide crucial data on the implications of AI for the energy sector & vice versa ➡️ https://iea.li/41ev05q

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Missed our #WEO24 webinar series? Watch them back to learn more on the latest trends shaping the energy landscape 👇 The Age of Electricity: https://iea.li/4hy3mWx Fuels Outlook: https://iea.li/42KuFbI People-Centred Transitions…

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🗣 “2024 began as a tough year for heat pumps, but some regions may have reached a turning point” Our new commentary looks at the latest trends in markets for this secure & sustainable heating solution – as well as their manufacturing & trade ➡️ https://iea.li/3XjUonZ

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🗣 “Markets for critical minerals may be relatively well supplied today, but security of supply is far from guaranteed” Our new commentary highlights the importance of stepping up efforts to ensure secure critical mineral supplies ➡️ https://iea.li/3CKNEs0

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AI is emerging as one of today’s most important technologies – and its impact on the energy sector could be transformative Explore our work on the energy-AI nexus 👉 https://iea.li/4gy7NQ3

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Power use in Africa is growing quickly, & countries are looking to renewables to meet rising energy needs But high financing costs are a major barrier to scaling up clean power projects More on how addressing these costs can enable energy development 👉 https://iea.li/40PlxzT

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Trade in heat pumps has grown less rapidly than in other clean energy technologies With installations set to grow in the coming decades, international trade is likely to expand too. But local production will remain key in major markets 👉 https://iea.li/4gv6hxN

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Heat pump supply chains are less geographically concentrated than other clean technologies like solar panels or batteries But in 2023, 40% of heat pumps sold globally were manufactured in China – more than the number produced in the US & EU combined 👉 https://iea.li/3Xf4CpF

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Electricity use is set to grow strongly to run air conditioners, EVs & data centres But geothermal offers clean power around-the-clock ⚡️ Geothermal could meet 15% of global electricity demand growth through 2050 if project costs continue to decline ➡️ https://iea.li/3PZH2Jg

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Missed our Energy & AI fireside chats? Watch them back 👇 ▶️ Google’s Kate Brandt ▶️ Infosys’ Ashiss Kumar Dash ▶️ Hitachi Energy’s Andreas Schierenbeck ▶️ Kairos Power’s Jeffrey Olson ▶️ Schneider Electrics’s Pankaj Sharma ▶️ IEA’s Laura Cozzi 📺➡️ https://iea.li/42C6KuP

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The global market for the top clean technologies is set to triple to over $2 trillion by 2030, as countries compete for the economic benefits This is close to the value of the crude oil market in recent years Read more on the implications → https://iea.li/3CoASPX

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🗣 “2024 began as a tough year for heat pumps, but some regions may have reached a turning point” Our new commentary looks at the latest trends in markets for this secure & sustainable heating solution – as well as their manufacturing & trade ➡️ https://iea.li/4jQFM8Y

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Southeast Asia's role in the global energy system is set to grow strongly over the next decade. Scaling up clean energy will be key to meeting rising energy needs securely & sustainably Read more in Southeast Asia Energy Outlook 2024 ⬇️

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Explore our #WEO24 report 👇 Summary https://iea.li/4jF8jyi Overview https://iea.li/4aKbIYA Context & scenarios https://iea.li/4aGhc6L The energy mix https://iea.li/4jEzF7N Uncertainties https://iea.li/3WLGD0K Security, affordability & sustainability https://iea.li/4gc9aoc

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Technology breakthroughs are unlocking geothermal energy’s vast potential worldwide By drawing on tech & expertise from the oil & gas industry to lower costs, geothermal could provide secure & clean energy in almost all countries around the globe More 👉 https://iea.li/40A2XeQ

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In just 1️⃣ hour, our Executive Director Fatih Birol will join Atlantic Council President Frederick Kempe for a live #ACFrontPage event on the new era for nuclear energy that is emerging Watch along LIVE from 10:00 ET / 16:00 CET ➡️ https://iea.li/3EtaWTS

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