Report published May 28, 2026

After the Energy Shock: Accelerating the Energy Transition for Security and Competitiveness

FTSE Russell · May 28, 2026

The 2026 energy shock triggered by conflict in the Middle East is accelerating the global transition toward electrification as countries prioritize energy security over environmental goals. While short-term fixes rely on fossil fuel reserves, the long-term trend favors renewables and efficiency to reduce import dependence.

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Key Takeaways

1.The Iran war has created an unprecedented energy shock, severely disrupting LNG and oil flows through the Strait of Hormuz, disproportionately affecting Asia.
2.Energy transition is shifting from an environmental objective to a core strategy for energy security and economic competitiveness.
3.Clean energy technologies like solar, batteries, and EVs are now significantly cheaper and more scalable than in previous energy crises (1970s or 2022).

Introduction
Energy shock
Short term impact – more fossil fuels?
Longer term – energy security through energy transition
Removing the risk, rather than just hedging it
Experience from other energy shocks
Case study: South African reaction to energy black outs
Infrastructure and policy - ready for energy transition
Potential headwinds
Impacts for investors
Strong performance from companies linked to the energy transition

Report data

Market Direction of Travel

Metric	Estimate	Context
Asian LNG price change	97%	First week of the conflict in the Middle East.
Clean energy investment vs Fossil fuel investment	2:1 ratio	Global investment trend.
Solar module price drop	90%	Historical cost reduction of technology.