E3G - Third Generation Environmentalism

What would disruption in the Strait of Hormuz mean for global energy markets? Our latest briefing explores short-and prolonged-disruption scenarios and their implications for energy security and the energy transition. e3g.org/publications/i…

Based on analysis from our NDC energy commitments tracker, this briefing by @UNDPplanet highlights how some of the Least Developed Countries and Small Island Developing States are world-leading in terms of their energy transition ambition. Have a read👇 data.undp.org/insights/ndc-i…

🙌Clean partnerships serve climate goals AND industrial competitiveness and supply-chain resilience. That's why the EU should deepen cooperation with Egypt on #renewables, while staying alert to new actors entering the space. Read our latest briefing: buff.ly/RDdd52z

🌍Climate #adaptation gained momentum in 2025. The table below sums up the adaptation outcomes of #COP30 and their implications for 2026. Focus is now on political dynamics that will determine whether this progress translates into action. Read our blog: buff.ly/ImJfrli

📣We’re hiring an Asia Policy Advisor to join E3G’s International Transition Plan Network (ITPN). Based in #Singapore, this role leads engagement across Southeast Asia on private sector climate transition plans and transition finance. e3g.bamboohr.com/careers/243?so…

The North Seas could be one of Europe’s most powerful security and economic assets, but only if leaders act now. Ahead of the North Sea Summit, out new report sets out how faster delivery can unlock security, resilience, and economic benefits for #Europe. e3g.org/publications/e…

With #President @vonderleyen urgent call for “Europe’s independence moment” still ringing in our hearts and minds, what geopolitical happening do you think have shaped the EU’s ability to act this year?

🌎 4. Diversify partnerships and deepening international cooperation. Will the EU be able to achieve greater autonomy and its “independence moment”, while simultaneously expanding its global agency?

🕒 2025 has been a year of paralysis and reactiveness to internal and external pressures for the #EU. Find out what shaped the EU’s ability to act in 2025, and four tests for 2026 in our briefing: e3g.org/publications/e… 👇 Or join in the reflections and predictions below.

This month, Ofgem announced its determinations for gas and electricity networks for 2026–31. Headline figures suggest higher bills, but details show electricity grid upgrades deliver a £16 net saving per household, while 65% of new spending goes to gas. buff.ly/UfwrihT

📘To learn more about the benefits of EU electrification, read our analysis: e3g.org/publications/c…

📘 Our new analysis shows how outdated grid planning and weak governance are slowing Europe’s shift away from fossil fuels. Read more: e3g.org/news/outdated-…

📢The European Commission has released its long-awaited #EuropeanGridsPackage. See our take in thread below🧵👇

💡The Council will now need to ensure the delivery of affordable and secure energy for European industry and citizens. That will mean swiftly agreeing on the Commission’s Grids Package as well as supporting the delivery of the proposals in the Clean Industrial Deal package.

Additional welcome steps forward include: 🔹 Strengthening the role of public institutions. 🔹 Improving regional coordination. 🔹 Improvements to connection queue management. 🔹 Measures to make the best use of existing grids.