Global Energy Perspective 2026

2026

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1) This McKinsey report provides strategic energy scenarios to help executives navigate uncertainties in global energy demand, geopolitical fragmentation, and system costs through 2050.
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- Analysis of energy demand growth drivers, including AI data center expansion, emerging market access, and structural system costs.
- Evaluation of energy security risks and supply chain dependencies across various geopolitical and market scenarios.
- Detailed scenario frameworks (such as Continued Momentum, Hydrocarbon Resilience, and Decarbonization Delivers) assessing trade-offs between affordability, reliability, and emissions.
3) Tags: energy transition, scenario planning, geopolitical fragmentation, artificial intelligence, decarbonization

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