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We just released our new review of Ethiopia's energy policies. It shows how 🇪🇹’s energy ambitions could offer major opportunities for economic growth, energy security & regional leadership. Read the full report 👉 iea.li/4iISHeE

Rising electrification in Southeast Asia is opening new opportunities in energy technology supply chains. Our latest report explores the outlook for the region’s energy tech manufacturing, trade & investment – and how to ensure countries can benefit 👉 iea.li/4jJlAIK

Lithium-ion batteries are central to the automotive industry, power grids, data centres, drones for defence, robotics and more. Our new commentary traces their rise as a defining technology of the 21st century & key lessons learned in the process 👉 buff.ly/znXPcc3

Our newsletter went out today, covering recent oil market developments, the latest statement from IEA governments, meetings with leaders from Germany & Hungary, supporting Southeast Asia’s energy priorities & more Subscribe: iea.li/3SoCD7I Read it in full: iea.li/4zgPBEM

Biogas & biomethane could play an important role in boosting energy security, while creating economic opportunities for rural communities & industries Our new interactive map lets users explore where sustainable biogas potential exists globally 👉 iea.li/4wz1wwg

Diversifying rare earths markets is key to ensuring the resilience of global supply chains. New projects are emerging worldwide, but planned refining & magnet manufacturing capacity outside of China remains well below that for mining 👉 iea.li/3T3Lr2z

Electrification is taking centre stage as the Hormuz crisis spurs countries to strengthen energy security Our report, requested by the COP31 Presidencies of Türkiye & Australia, explores the potential to accelerate electrification & the implications 👉 iea.li/4yfLyrO

As electricity demand climbs in Southeast Asia, expanding cross-border power trade through the ASEAN Power Grid can help countries share resources & boost grid reliability. Our new report looks at how to move the initiative from vision to implementation 👇 iea.li/4BjPNV7

New critical minerals projects often struggle to compete with established suppliers, facing higher operating & capital costs But viewing the additional costs as a mineral security premium can help mobilise the investment & support needed for diversification 👉 iea.li/3VhyfbH

Diversifying magnet rare earth supply chains to meet projected demand outside of China in 2035 would cost about $60 billion But this is modest compared to the potential economic impact of a supply shock, which could reach around $6.5 trillion a year 👉 iea.li/3VhyfbH

Disruptions to small volumes of critical minerals can have outsized consequences for industries worth trillions of dollars. Our new commentary looks at the case for treating the costs of diversification as an insurance policy against supply risks 👉 iea.li/3VhyfbH

Surging EV exports from China are shielding manufacturers from declining domestic car sales. While China's total car sales fell by more than 20% in the first half of 2026 versus a year earlier, electric car exports increased by more than 120% 👉 iea.li/4x9QXPW

The energy sector in Latin America & the Caribbean is booming – with over 750 thousand jobs added since 2019 But sustaining this momentum will depend on building a workforce with the right skills Our new commentary with @OLACDEORG explores what’s needed: iea.li/4y7Mhud

Lithium-ion battery deployment has surged rapidly in recent years, driven by the expansion of EVs & stationary storage. But production has become increasingly geographically concentrated, underscoring the need for more diversified & secure supply chains: buff.ly/rN5PxxS

The price of oil is only part of what determines the cost to supply the world with fuel. With tanker rates at historic highs amid disruptions in the Middle East, rising shipping costs are adding further pressure to global oil markets. Read more 👉 iea.li/4z0qJka

We just released a new free dataset with highlights from our World Energy Balances. Designed for policy makers & energy experts, it offers insights into how energy flows have evolved over the decades, with insights covering 60+ countries & regions 👉 iea.li/3VWHFJX

Global seaborne gasoil & diesel exports have contracted sharply since the Middle East crisis began Reduced refinery output lowered exports to an average 4.7 million barrels a day over the first nine months of 2026 – 10% below the same period last year 👉 iea.li/3WqQxYj

The conflict in the Middle East has triggered major disruptions in global oil & gas markets. Our new database offers a snapshot of government actions being implemented to save energy & support consumers in response to the unfolding energy crisis 👉 iea.li/4son5gd

Heat pump deployment can help strengthen energy security & resilience by reducing countries’ reliance on fuel imports for heating. In 2025, heat pump installations avoided around 53 bcm of natural gas use for heating across Europe, Japan & China. More 👉 iea.li/3TUE7Hr

Negative electricity prices have become a common occurrence in many markets. Their rising frequency highlights the need for greater system flexibility – including battery storage and demand response – to support reliable, efficient power systems 👉 iea.li/4ynBoFh

Explore our Global Critical Minerals Outlook 2026 report 👇 Executive summary → iea.li/4fmZAzy Market overview → iea.li/455GwAZ Outlook → iea.li/4f5KbEU Policy pathways → iea.li/455Gwkt Latin America → iea.li/455Gw3X

From hospitals & railways to factories & businesses, keeping essential services running has become a daily challenge in Ukraine amid repeated attacks on its energy infrastructure. Learn more about the energy solutions powering Ukraine's response 📺👉 iea.li/4yoU1b4

Our Energy Snapshot newsletter went out today, looking at the role of electricity in powering energy systems and economies. Subscribe now to get the latest insights delivered to your inbox monthly: iea.li/4dhrxrv Read the latest edition in full: iea.li/4yWO4n7

Electricity demand is set to rise strongly in the coming years. But grids aren't keeping pace – and new networks are slow & costly to build. Our latest report explores how AI & other digital tools can help get more out of existing grids 👉 iea.li/4AsmjUp

On 29 Oct, IEA and industry experts will explore key findings from our new Heat Pump Monitor – covering the latest market trends & outlook and heat pumps' role in energy security & affordability. Join one of the sessions 👇 Morning: iea.li/4ywvHoG Afternoon: iea.li/4rRaVNU

🗣️ "Critical mineral stockpiling can strengthen countries' economic & national security, while helping deter future export controls & limiting their impact" More on what's needed to design effective strategic stockpiling systems for critical minerals 👉 iea.li/4vltx95

Heat pumps can play an important role in delivering secure, affordable & sustainable heating around the world Our new Heat Pump Monitor includes 20 interactive dashboards allowing users to explore the latest market trends, regional insights & policies 👉 iea.li/3TUE7Hr

Electrification is taking centre stage as the Hormuz crisis spurs countries to strengthen energy security Our new report, requested by the COP31 Presidencies of Türkiye & Australia, explores the potential to accelerate electrification & the implications: iea.li/4yfo4mw

Our latest Everything Energy podcast episode is out Listen as IEA’s Rebecca Schulz & Nadim Abillama discuss the latest situation in the Strait of Hormuz and across the Middle East Spotify → iea.li/4ksdtys Apple → iea.li/4epjqJt

The geographic concentration of critical mineral supply chains continues to grow, especially for refining Rare earths are the exception. The top supplier's share fell from 90% in 2023 to 85% in 2025 This shows progress is possible with policy support 👉 buff.ly/sjiRSNY

Inverters are control points in solar PV, battery & many modern wind installations. But these key components are vulnerable to cyberattacks, and their supply chains are highly concentrated. Our commentary looks at the implications 👉 iea.li/3Sx4lyX

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China is the global leader in electrolysis – home to nearly 70% of manufacturing capacity & the world’s lowest capital costs for electrolysers Our new commentary explores what’s behind this competitive edge, its limits & the implications for global markets: iea.li/3TXbutg

Today's statement from the IEA Governing Board on energy markets and security ⬇️ iea.li/47nbKVq

The conflict in the Middle East has triggered major disruptions in global oil & gas markets. Our new database offers a snapshot of government actions being implemented to save energy & support consumers in response to the unfolding energy crisis 👉 iea.li/4son5gd

The tech sector isn’t just consuming energy – it’s also shaping supply It made up around 40% of all corporate power purchase agreements for renewables signed in 2025 Data centre deals alone covered about half of the sector’s current electricity use 👉 iea.li/3Qf9zxV

We just released our monthly Oil Market Report – offering a comprehensive look at the latest developments & trends in global oil supply, demand, inventories & trade The highlights, overview & new analysis on global diesel markets are freely available 👉 iea.li/3WqQxYj

A recovery in Middle East oil supply was well underway in September, with crude exports from the Gulf nearing pre-war levels But the recent escalation in attacks on regional energy infrastructure & tanker traffic threatens to derail further gains More 👇 iea.li/4B6oJse

There's still time to register for our Africa Energy Efficiency Policy Training Week in Johannesburg! It will offer insights on how to implement effective #EnergyEfficiency policy in key sectors like buildings, industry & more. Apply by October 23rd 👉 iea.li/4xbdP1B

AI is becoming dramatically more energy efficient. At the same time, electricity demand from data centres is set to surge. How can both be true? Watch as IEA experts unpack this question – and discuss what AI means for the energy system more broadly 👉 iea.li/4bvR3Jn

Our Energy Snapshot newsletter charts the latest developments across the global energy landscape 📈 Sign up now to get new insights delivered to your inbox monthly 📧➡️ iea.li/4diDUnc

Governments in Southeast Asia acted quickly to shield consumers from impacts of the current energy crisis Short-term measures include greater working from home & public transit use, energy subsidies & price caps, and fuel switching: iea.li/4g6grJ1

Lithium-ion battery deployment has surged rapidly in recent years, driven by the expansion of EVs & stationary storage. But production has become increasingly geographically concentrated, underscoring the need for more diversified & secure supply chains: buff.ly/rN5PxxS

🗣️"In a volatile energy landscape, energy efficiency offers small & medium enterprises a practical way to strengthen resilience to future price shocks & enhance their long‑term economic competitiveness." Read more in our latest commentary ➡️ iea.li/4yVqsiW

Strong demand for electric cars in Europe & emerging markets offset weaker sales in China & the US in the first half of 2026. As a result, electric car sales were only slightly lower than a year earlier, while their share of total car sales edged up 👉 buff.ly/SVN2Eiu

Ahead of the IEA Governing Board meeting on 15 October, IEA Executive Director Fatih Birol has written to IEA Member governments on the subject of tightening global diesel markets.   Below is the statement on his message ⬇️ iea.li/4dBlHCi

Critical minerals account for a small share of final product prices, so the cost of diversification could have a limited impact on consumers. Critical minerals make up around a fourth of battery cell costs but only about 3% of the price of an average EV: iea.li/4vKvPyI

Relatively small amounts of critical minerals underpin trillions of dollars in economic value globally The rare earth export controls introduced in 2025 highlighted the vulnerabilities of concentrated supply chains – & the importance of diversification 👉 buff.ly/B1wPOiC

The energy sector in Latin America & the Caribbean is booming – with over 750 thousand jobs added since 2019 But sustaining this momentum will depend on building a workforce with the right skills Our new commentary with OLACDE explores what’s needed 👉 iea.li/4rTJFi5

Efficiency gains are cutting the power needed per AI task at a record pace. But usage is surging, & more energy-intensive applications like AI agents are on the rise – with some tasks using hundreds or thousands of times more energy than simple queries → iea.li/3Qf9zxV