Release of IEA World Energy Outlook 2022 – will the energy crisis be a setback or a catalyst for the clean energy transition?
2022-11-02
On October 27, IEA released World Energy Outlook 2022. The world is in the midst of the first global energy crisis, which was triggered by Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. This year’s edition of the World Energy Outlook (WEO) provides an analysis and insights on the implications of this profound and ongoing shock to energy systems across the globe. Based on the latest energy data and market developments, this year’s WEO explores key questions about the crisis: Will it be a setback for clean energy transitions or a catalyst for greater action? How might government responses shape energy markets? Which energy security risks lie ahead on the path to net zero emissions?