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Summary of Goldman Sachs Carbonomics: Security of Supply and the Return of Energy Capex

1. Key Findings

• Energy Investment Cycle: The Russia-Ukraine conflict acts as a turning point for energy investment, similar to the 2011 Fukushima/Libyan events. After seven years of under-investment, the energy sector will see a resurgence in capital expenditure (capex), reaching $1.4 trillion by 2025.
• Supply Security: Seasonal fluctuations in energy demand (e.g., gas usage in winter vs. summer) necessitate increased LNG imports and hydrogen production to complement renewable energy growth.
• LNG Projects: 156 mtpa of new LNG projects sanctioned over five years, with improved economics ($8-10/mcf) compared to historical levels.
• Green Hydrogen: Europe's long-term solution for energy security, seasonal storage, and industrial decarbonization. The REPowerEU plan targets a 4x increase in green hydrogen production by 2030.
• Capex Requirements: Low-carbon energy developments require 2x the capex intensity of hydrocarbons, driving the need for $1.5 trillion in annual energy capex by 2032.

2. Investment Trends

• LNG Investment: Following the LNG capex rebound, with projects in Qatar, Canada, and the U.S. offering competitive breakeven levels.
• Green Hydrogen: Driven by economic viability and regulatory momentum, green hydrogen is poised to substitute natural gas in industrial processes and reduce reliance on Russian gas.

3. Energy Transition

• Balancing Act: While renewables gain traction, traditional fuels like natural gas (LNG) will play a key role in enabling a resilient and affordable energy transition.
• Sector Shift: The bifurcation in capital costs between hydrocarbons and renewables will accelerate the shift toward cleaner technologies.

4. Policy Implications

• Renewable Push: REPowerEU strengthens the focus on diversifying energy sources and accelerating renewable gas infrastructure.
• Blending Challenges: Grid blending of hydrogen addresses decarbonization while mitigating industrial gas dependency.

5. Investment Outlook

• Capex Recovery: Global energy investments will surpass the historical peak of $2 trillion annually by 2024, driven by both renewables and traditional fuel investments.

This report’s analysis highlights the critical role of strategic investment in reshaping the energy sector to enhance resilience and facilitate a smoother transition toward net-zero emissions.