Core Viewpoint - BP Group's "Energy Outlook 2025" report highlights that geopolitical tensions, slowing energy efficiency improvements, and delayed transitions pose significant risks to global energy transformation, warning that without decisive action, the world may face a "disordered transition" in the next decade [1][3]. Global Energy Demand Shift - Future global energy demand growth will be primarily driven by emerging economies (excluding China), with primary energy demand in these regions expected to increase by nearly 50% by 2050 under the "current trajectory" scenario [5]. - Emerging economies in Asia (excluding China) are projected to see a 70% increase, Africa 60%, and South America 30% by 2050, driven by ongoing economic development and population growth [6]. - In contrast, China's primary energy demand is expected to decline by over 10% by 2050 under the "current trajectory" scenario, and by more than one-third under the "below 2 degrees" scenario [6]. - The rapid development of digital technologies is creating new growth points for energy demand, with data centers accounting for about 10% of global electricity growth, and as high as 40% in the U.S. [6]. Renewable Energy Cost Reduction - Global oil demand is expected to peak by the late 2020s and decline by approximately 15% by 2050 under the "current trajectory" scenario, with a 70% decline under the "below 2 degrees" scenario [8]. - The report indicates a significant shift in oil demand from fuel applications to raw material applications, with petrochemical feedstocks becoming the most resilient part of oil demand, expected to rise from about 15% to nearly 30% by 2050 [8]. - Renewable energy is projected to be the fastest-growing energy source, with supply expected to increase more than two and a half times by 2050 under the "current trajectory" scenario, and three and a half times under the "below 2 degrees" scenario [8]. - The substantial decrease in renewable energy costs is enhancing its competitiveness, with renewables expected to account for 25% of global primary energy supply by 2050 under the "current trajectory" scenario [8]. Natural Gas Outlook - The outlook for natural gas is uncertain, with a projected 20% increase in global demand by 2035 under the "current trajectory" scenario, but a potential 50% decline by 2050 under the "below 2 degrees" scenario [9]. Challenges in Energy Transition - The report warns of multiple risks to global energy transition, particularly from geopolitical tensions and delayed actions [11]. - Increased geopolitical tensions may alter energy development paths, potentially leading to a focus on energy self-sufficiency that could suppress renewable energy shares [11]. - A continued slowdown in energy efficiency improvements could result in a 5% higher global energy demand by 2035 compared to the "current trajectory" scenario, primarily met by fossil fuels [11]. - The most severe risk arises from delayed transitions, with estimates indicating that the remaining carbon budget to limit global warming to 2 degrees Celsius could be exhausted by the early 2040s under the "current trajectory" scenario [11]. Opportunities Amid Challenges - Despite the challenges, the report emphasizes that declining renewable energy costs and technological advancements provide opportunities for accelerating the global energy system transition, particularly in solar, wind, and electric vehicle sectors [12].