The recently released Fostering Effective Energy Transition 2025 report from the World Economic Forum makes one thing clear: progress is happening, but it’s not happening fast enough—or evenly enough. Yes, 65% of countries improved their transition scores, and clean energy investment hit over $2 trillion. But at the same time, CO₂ emissions reached a record high, and the pace of investment growth is slowing down. That’s a big red flag.

What stands out most is the report’s shift in tone. It’s no longer just about setting bold climate targets—it’s about whether countries can actually deliver on them. And delivery means more than tech breakthroughs. It means building resilient infrastructure, creating supportive policies, and developing a skilled workforce to carry this transition forward.

One size definitely doesn’t fit all. Countries need solutions that fit their local context, but globally, we all need to move in the same direction. Emerging markets in particular need better access to financing and support if we want to close the gap.

The message is pretty clear: the energy transition is picking up speed, but without the right tools in place, it won’t go the distance. Now’s the time to double down—not just on ambition, but on action that lasts.