Utilities Global Market Report 2015 Released By The Business Research Company
http://www.thebusinessresearchcompany.com/our-research/utilities/utilities-global-market-briefing/
Utilities Global Market provides strategists, marketers and senior management with the critical information they need to assess the global Utilities sector.
The total value of the utilities sector globally in 2014 was $3,676 billion. Related to a world population of more than 7 billion in 2014 this equates to about $525 per person globally. Given that World Domestic Product was approximately $78 trillion in 2014, the market makes up about 4.7% of the global economy.
83% of households globally were supplied with electricity in 2013. Urban electrification was 95% whereas, rural electrification stood at 70%. The average annual rate of electrification in developing countries increased by 3.7% in 2014.
Global natural gas production was 3500 Bcm (Billion cubic meters) and grew by 1.6% in 2014. The highest level of natural gas consumption was by China (8.6%) followed by Iran (6.8%).
The utilities industry is one of the largest and fastest growing industries in the world. The term utilities refers to electricity, natural gas, water and sewerage services consumed by the public, hospitals, schools and other institutions, agriculture, factories and commercial establishments. In some countries these services are provided commercially by national, state or municipal governments or by cooperatives; in many, however, they are provided by the private sector.
Electric utility companies engage in the generation, transmission and distribution of electricity. They source coal from mining companies and heavy oil distillates from oil companies for power generation. Some also source power from sustainable energy sources and nuclear power stations for distribution. The power generated is transmitted over long distances to transformers in substations. The electricity from the substation is then delivered to commercial and residential customers, in some cases along a national or state grid. The market for electricity is often a regulated one. Natural gas businesses deal with the storage, transmission and distribution of gas. In this report we are dealing with the companies engaged in transmission and distribution of natural gas. Natural gas utility companies are either privately held or run by state/national governments. They source gas from oil and gas exploration companies for distribution. The gas is stored in storage tanks, then distributed through high capacity interstate and intrastate pipelines to households, commercial and business establishments and to power plants which use it for generating electricity. The market for gas is often a regulated one.
EUEC Power Sector water risk & opportunity feb 2013Skellyann
The document discusses integrated water management strategies for the power sector. It notes that many power plants struggled in 2012 due to warm cooling water sources. Utilities have also suffered significant financial losses from drought-related decreases in hydroelectric power generation. The document then outlines various water-related risks to power production, including flooding, water stress, and tightening regulations. It provides examples of regulatory drivers for water management, such as Section 316(b) of the Clean Water Act. Finally, it describes a 4+1 step framework for developing organizational water management strategies, including assessing risks and opportunities, aligning with broader strategies, applying solutions, and measuring impacts.
The document discusses the interdependence between water and power in India. It notes that water is needed for power generation through hydropower and thermal power, while power is needed to transport, pump, and treat water. Both water and power scarcity are growing issues in India due to increasing demand. Addressing the water-power nexus presents an opportunity to jointly address these challenges. Key areas that demonstrate this nexus include irrigation, where groundwater pumping relies on subsidized power, and hydropower generation, which relies on adequate water supplies. The document calls for more research and awareness to better understand and manage this nexus.
Presenation on 'Understanding the water requirements of the power sector', by Anna Delgado from the World Bankat 2014 UN-Water Annual International Zaragoza Conference. Preparing for World Water Day 2014: Partnerships for improving water and energy access, efficiency and sustainability. 13-16 January 2014
The document discusses climate change and the energy sector. It provides information on:
1) The greenhouse effect and how human activities are increasing greenhouse gas levels and global warming.
2) Key greenhouse gases like carbon dioxide and their sources. Human activities like fossil fuel use are the main driver of rising CO2 levels.
3) Climate change is already affecting factors like temperature, sea levels, and glaciers. Impacts are projected for areas like agriculture, water resources, and human health.
4) International agreements like the UNFCCC and Kyoto Protocol aim to reduce emissions but countries have different commitments. The EU ETS is a carbon market program to lower emissions cost-effectively.
The world is moving towards a crucial climate change meeting in Paris in December 2015 (COP21). The negotiations there will be based on national pledges, formally known as Intended Nationally Determined Contributions, with the goal of setting the world on a sustainable path. As energy production and use is responsible for two-thirds of greenhouse-gas emissions, the IEA feels an obligation to make a contribution to COP21 – a contribution which reconciles climate and energy needs.
1) Sub-Saharan Africa has a large population with high poverty and low energy access, despite having significant energy resources, and relies heavily on biomass.
2) The region has vast oil and gas reserves and potential for renewable energy like hydro and solar, but much of its current energy production is exported rather than used domestically.
3) Improving energy access and efficiency, increasing regional cooperation, and better managing resources and revenues could accelerate economic growth and reduce poverty, putting sub-Saharan Africa on a path to prosperity in the 21st century.
Does growth in North American oil supply herald a new era of abundance - or does turmoil in parts of the Middle East cloud the horizon? How much can energy efficiency close the competitiveness gap caused by differences in regional energy prices? What considerations should shape decision-making in countries using, pursuing or phasing out nuclear power? How close is the world to using up the available carbon budget, which cannot be exceeded if global warming is to be contained? How can sub-Saharan Africa's energy sector help to unlock a better life for its citizens?
Utilities Global Market Report 2015 Released By The Business Research Company
http://www.thebusinessresearchcompany.com/our-research/utilities/utilities-global-market-briefing/
Utilities Global Market provides strategists, marketers and senior management with the critical information they need to assess the global Utilities sector.
The total value of the utilities sector globally in 2014 was $3,676 billion. Related to a world population of more than 7 billion in 2014 this equates to about $525 per person globally. Given that World Domestic Product was approximately $78 trillion in 2014, the market makes up about 4.7% of the global economy.
83% of households globally were supplied with electricity in 2013. Urban electrification was 95% whereas, rural electrification stood at 70%. The average annual rate of electrification in developing countries increased by 3.7% in 2014.
Global natural gas production was 3500 Bcm (Billion cubic meters) and grew by 1.6% in 2014. The highest level of natural gas consumption was by China (8.6%) followed by Iran (6.8%).
The utilities industry is one of the largest and fastest growing industries in the world. The term utilities refers to electricity, natural gas, water and sewerage services consumed by the public, hospitals, schools and other institutions, agriculture, factories and commercial establishments. In some countries these services are provided commercially by national, state or municipal governments or by cooperatives; in many, however, they are provided by the private sector.
Electric utility companies engage in the generation, transmission and distribution of electricity. They source coal from mining companies and heavy oil distillates from oil companies for power generation. Some also source power from sustainable energy sources and nuclear power stations for distribution. The power generated is transmitted over long distances to transformers in substations. The electricity from the substation is then delivered to commercial and residential customers, in some cases along a national or state grid. The market for electricity is often a regulated one. Natural gas businesses deal with the storage, transmission and distribution of gas. In this report we are dealing with the companies engaged in transmission and distribution of natural gas. Natural gas utility companies are either privately held or run by state/national governments. They source gas from oil and gas exploration companies for distribution. The gas is stored in storage tanks, then distributed through high capacity interstate and intrastate pipelines to households, commercial and business establishments and to power plants which use it for generating electricity. The market for gas is often a regulated one.
EUEC Power Sector water risk & opportunity feb 2013Skellyann
The document discusses integrated water management strategies for the power sector. It notes that many power plants struggled in 2012 due to warm cooling water sources. Utilities have also suffered significant financial losses from drought-related decreases in hydroelectric power generation. The document then outlines various water-related risks to power production, including flooding, water stress, and tightening regulations. It provides examples of regulatory drivers for water management, such as Section 316(b) of the Clean Water Act. Finally, it describes a 4+1 step framework for developing organizational water management strategies, including assessing risks and opportunities, aligning with broader strategies, applying solutions, and measuring impacts.
The document discusses the interdependence between water and power in India. It notes that water is needed for power generation through hydropower and thermal power, while power is needed to transport, pump, and treat water. Both water and power scarcity are growing issues in India due to increasing demand. Addressing the water-power nexus presents an opportunity to jointly address these challenges. Key areas that demonstrate this nexus include irrigation, where groundwater pumping relies on subsidized power, and hydropower generation, which relies on adequate water supplies. The document calls for more research and awareness to better understand and manage this nexus.
Presenation on 'Understanding the water requirements of the power sector', by Anna Delgado from the World Bankat 2014 UN-Water Annual International Zaragoza Conference. Preparing for World Water Day 2014: Partnerships for improving water and energy access, efficiency and sustainability. 13-16 January 2014
The document discusses climate change and the energy sector. It provides information on:
1) The greenhouse effect and how human activities are increasing greenhouse gas levels and global warming.
2) Key greenhouse gases like carbon dioxide and their sources. Human activities like fossil fuel use are the main driver of rising CO2 levels.
3) Climate change is already affecting factors like temperature, sea levels, and glaciers. Impacts are projected for areas like agriculture, water resources, and human health.
4) International agreements like the UNFCCC and Kyoto Protocol aim to reduce emissions but countries have different commitments. The EU ETS is a carbon market program to lower emissions cost-effectively.
The world is moving towards a crucial climate change meeting in Paris in December 2015 (COP21). The negotiations there will be based on national pledges, formally known as Intended Nationally Determined Contributions, with the goal of setting the world on a sustainable path. As energy production and use is responsible for two-thirds of greenhouse-gas emissions, the IEA feels an obligation to make a contribution to COP21 – a contribution which reconciles climate and energy needs.
1) Sub-Saharan Africa has a large population with high poverty and low energy access, despite having significant energy resources, and relies heavily on biomass.
2) The region has vast oil and gas reserves and potential for renewable energy like hydro and solar, but much of its current energy production is exported rather than used domestically.
3) Improving energy access and efficiency, increasing regional cooperation, and better managing resources and revenues could accelerate economic growth and reduce poverty, putting sub-Saharan Africa on a path to prosperity in the 21st century.
Does growth in North American oil supply herald a new era of abundance - or does turmoil in parts of the Middle East cloud the horizon? How much can energy efficiency close the competitiveness gap caused by differences in regional energy prices? What considerations should shape decision-making in countries using, pursuing or phasing out nuclear power? How close is the world to using up the available carbon budget, which cannot be exceeded if global warming is to be contained? How can sub-Saharan Africa's energy sector help to unlock a better life for its citizens?
This document discusses global trends in energy investment from 2000-2035. It notes that $1.6 trillion was invested in energy supply in 2013, more than doubling since 2000. However, most investment is still in fossil fuels rather than renewables. Over 80% of upstream oil and gas investment is used to offset declining output from existing fields. Meeting rising global energy demand and replacing aging infrastructure will require $40 trillion in investment through 2035. Increased investment in energy efficiency of $550 billion annually is also needed but will require new financing models. Government policy and ownership will continue playing a large role in directing global energy investments and ensuring reliable energy supplies.