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Amid mounting geopolitical and economic challenges, energy transactions are entering a period of transformation. Conflicts and supply disruptions – from tensions in the Middle East to the aftershocks of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine – have ushered in an era of recurrent energy shocks, exposing fragile global supply chains and intensifying the importance of energy security.

At the same time, the clean energy transition has accelerated. Global investment in energy transition technologies reached record levels in 2025, with capital flowing into renewable generation, electrification and grid infrastructure. Despite political opposition in some jurisdictions, renewable energy is expected to play a central role in meeting rising electricity demand. This trend signals a shift in how energy systems are financed and developed.

Together, these dynamics are reshaping energy transactions, making them more complex and strategic. Energy deals increasingly sit at the intersection of national security, decarbonisation and industrial policy. Governments and investors are prioritising resilience, diversification and control over critical resources, reflecting a redefinition of energy as an economic asset and strategic imperative.

Against this backdrop, Financier Worldwide turns to some of the leading lights in their field, who share their stories…

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