Energy, Resources and Industrials

Explore the current macro-economic outlook and expectations for the coming years for the global construction industry

As energy markets navigate volatility, rising demand and accelerating transformation, resilience depends on smarter, more connected systems. At ADIPEC 2026, Deloitte will highlight how AI, intelligent operations and infrastructure strategy can strengthen supply security, enable sustainable growth and turn energy innovation into lasting real-world impact.

Faced with rising exposure to weather events, utilities can leverage AI and geospatial intelligence to anticipate risks and integrate resilience planning at an enterprise level

How the five trends we identified have evolved as of June 2026

Federal policy reshapes project decisions, but demand, financing, and the development pipeline continue to support US renewable power and battery storage

AI could help US manufacturers address one of their most pressing workforce challenges: finding and developing more technicians

Sector dealmaking reached a record high in the first half of 2026 as investors pursued deliverable, dispatchable power and larger portfolios

As retirements ramp up, AI reshapes talent needs, and Gen Z resets workplace expectations, utilities need to redesign their workforce for human-machine collaboration

Mining remains one of the world’s most physical and labor-intensive industries, and its slow digital adoption can be a critical vulnerability. As global competition intensifies and expectations around safety, efficiency, and sustainability rise, mining executives are making digital transformation a board-level priority.

Our industry outlook collection, covering oil, gas, and chemicals; power, utilities, and renewables; and industrial products and construction, evaluates sector landscapes and can help executives better plan for success and unforeseen challenges.

What will the world’s energy mix look like in 2035? And what path will business and government leaders take to get there?

Deloitte’s approach to smart operations involves helping ER&I companies assess their existing technology, workflows, and workforce to maximize the return on their technology investments. Leveraging industry expertise and technological capabilities, we design, implement, and run solutions to support companies on their digital transformation journey.