Global Energy Transition Readiness Declines; India Advances in WEF Index 2026
The World Economic Forum's Energy Transition Index 2026 reports a global decline in energy transition readiness for the first time in over a decade, largely due to rising geopolitical risks and energy system vulnerabilities. Despite this, India improved its ranking by two places to 70th, driven by infrastructure development, increased low-carbon jobs, and investments in equity, sustainability, and renewable energy. Sweden, Finland, and Denmark remain the top three countries, while India focuses on expanding renewable capacity, grid infrastructure, and green hydrogen.