We Mean Business Coalition: New polling shows overwhelming global business support for clean electrification amid fossil fuel volatility
A new survey of executives across 18 countries reveals that geopolitical instability is accelerating the corporate transition to renewable power amid energy security concerns
A landmark global survey of business executives across 18 countries has revealed overwhelming support for a rapid transition to electrified economies powered predominantly by renewable energy. Released by the We Mean Business Coalition, the polling indicates that geopolitical instability is accelerating a corporate shift toward clean electrification. However, business leaders warn that existing power systems, grids, and policy frameworks are currently not keeping pace with this transition.[1][2]
The survey was conducted in late April against the backdrop of ongoing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and as G7 leaders gather in Evian to address economic resilience and global vulnerabilities. According to the data, 91% of business leaders believe that transitioning to electrification would improve overall energy security. Furthermore, 79% of those surveyed reported that recent geopolitical instability has made their own organization's shift to electrification feel more urgent.[1][2]
The findings suggest that while the appetite for clean energy is growing among global corporations, power systems, grids, and policy frameworks are failing to keep up. This gap highlights a critical challenge for countries looking to secure their economic resilience through renewable power as businesses seek more stable alternatives to volatile fossil fuels.[1][2]
