The World Energy Investment series, initiated in 2016 by the International Energy Agency (IEA), serves as the global benchmark for tracking capital flows and investment trends across the energy sector. It provides a structured, data-driven assessment of where and how investment is directed within fuel supply, electricity generation, networks, efficiency, and emerging low-emission technologies.
The series applies a consistent analytical methodology based on financial data, investment announcements, and project tracking across countries and sectors. It integrates quantitative and qualitative analysis to identify patterns in financing, capital allocation, and the influence of policy and market conditions on investment decisions. Each annual edition updates these trends, ensuring comparability and continuity over time.
The purpose of the benchmark is to inform policymakers, investors, and finance professionals about the evolving dynamics of global energy investment. For finance professionals, it provides a reliable reference for understanding capital flows, assessing risk and opportunity across different energy markets, and supporting evidence-based decision-making in energy finance and sustainability-related investment strategies.
By combining investment data, sectoral analysis, and contextual insights, the World Energy Investment series offers a factual foundation for evaluating long-term financial implications of shifts in the global energy landscape.
