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Global Farmer Insights 2026
September 8, 2026 - Our biennial global survey of 5,500 farmers finds that they are becoming selective in their spending in the face of economic pressures. AI is making inroads, even as survey respondents rely on trusted advisers for purchasing guidance.
Investing in the energy transition: Time to look at whole-system value
September 1, 2026 - In an expanding global energy system, the next phase of the transition will require not just more low-carbon capacity but also system-wide investment in flexibility and resilience.
The next wave of value in the materials supply chain
June 8, 2026 - A slew of forces is expanding roles for overlooked players in the materials supply chain in North America and Europe.
At the threshold of a new era in commodity trading
March 3, 2026 - Changes in global trade and the growth of AI are shifting both commodity-trading structures and organizational models. Staying competitive in these new markets requires new strategies.
Global Energy Perspective 2025
October 13, 2025 - Geopolitical uncertainty, shifting policies, and increasing demand for power are reshaping the energy landscape. In this year’s report, we present our updated view on what’s to come in the energy system.
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Forging sustainable steel and more: A talk with Nucor CEO Leon Topalian
March 5, 2025 —
The head of the North American steel company talks about its wide-ranging business strategy—and the company culture that took him from the plant floor to CEO over his 28 years at the company.
TotalEnergies’ tightrope transition: A talk with Patrick Pouyanné
February 20, 2025 —
The chairman and CEO of the French oil major talks about why he’s sticking to his strategy to gradually shift from oil to electrons, which he calls “the energy of the 21st century.”
What’s next for natural gas: A talk with Williams CEO Alan Armstrong
May 20, 2024 —
The president and CEO of Williams Companies talks about the role of natural gas in the energy mix, the opportunities and challenges of the energy transition, and 13 years of leadership lessons.
‘You need to do the math and then explain the math’: A talk with ExxonMobil’s Darren Woods
September 12, 2023 —
The chairman and CEO of the iconic oil major shares his views about misperceptions in the energy transition, the importance of taking on adversity, and why strategy needs the courage of conviction.
Energy & Materials Blog
Quick takes on how energy businesses are rethinking strategies, building capabilities, and addressing challenges
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Software: The hidden catalyst for decarbonization
December 17, 2025 —
As the global energy landscape undergoes a seismic shift toward decarbonization, software solutions are emerging as pivotal enablers.
Maintenance meets AI: A proven approach for asset-heavy industries
September 23, 2026 —
Embedding the latest AI and technology within day-to-day operations is transforming maintenance from a cost center into a significant value driver.
Harnessing AI to make mining safer
September 23, 2026 —
AI could improve both safety and productivity by anticipating problems before they arise, detecting worker fatigue, and automating hazardous tasks.
The transformer supercycle: Why demand is outrunning supply
September 18, 2026 —
A new era of increased demand and constrained supply is fundamentally changing the global transformer market and reshaping decision-making.
LNG buyers’ sentiment: Disruption and implications for procurement
September 11, 2026 —
In the wake of disruption to transit in major shipping straits, buyers of liquefied natural gas (LNG) are anticipating strategic shifts in supply lines.
The power conversion market: Decarbonization and growth opportunities
September 10, 2026 —
Efficient, reliable power conversion technologies are critical for global electrification with an expected value pool expanding rapidly.