Everything Energy Where the money is going in energy
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Jun 19, 2025 
Cecilia Tam, Head of the IEA’s Energy Investment Unit, shares insights from the groundbreaking World Energy Investment report. She reveals that global energy investment could soar to $3.3 trillion by 2025, driven largely by energy security concerns. The discussion highlights China as a dominant player in energy investments, the shift from fossil fuels to renewables, and the funding challenges faced by Africa. Tam emphasizes the urgent need for balanced investment in grid infrastructure and low emission technologies to meet global climate targets.
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Energy Security Drives Investment
- Energy security drives a major share of global energy investments, especially in China, Europe, and the U.S.
- Investment has shifted to electricity and low emission technologies, surpassing fossil fuel spending.
Clean Energy Dominates Investment
- In 2025, $3.3 trillion will be invested globally in energy, with $2.2 trillion going to clean energy.
- Solar is the largest single investment source, while fossil fuel investments decline.
China's Energy Security Strategy
- China's long-term energy security strategy drives investment in renewables and electrification.
- This has transformed China into a leading manufacturer across clean energy technologies.