Charles Waine

Pressures on lithium supply are prompting interest in alternative battery technologies.

Smaller may be better: Smart technology and more EVs coming online could limit the need for battery systems and flexibility assets.

Interconnections are poised to enhance grid stability and reliability as the net-zero energy mix grows.

Geologists and governments are getting excited about naturally occurring hydrogen, but huge sums may be required to get it to scale.

The electrification of road transport requires upscaling charging infrastructure dramatically, but other forms of transport cannot be left behind in the race to net zero

The niche technology is perfectly suited to jurisdictions where space is at a premium.

Investment in infrastructure that benefits society is gaining momentum, but the sector still faces challenges.

Credit fundraising surpasses $172bn as tailwinds point to more optimism.

Building resilience into infrastructure will be critical for offsetting future climate risk.

The low-carbon energy source may have fallen out of favour, but technological evolution and the urgent need to decarbonise could revive investor appetite.