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This rapid technological progress is driving down the costs of renewable energy sources like solar and wind, making them the cheapest sources of power. Solar is expected to overtake gas and coal as the largest renewable energy capacity in the world in the next two years.

The Changing Role of the Energy Buyer

The energy transition is having a profound impact on the role of corporate energy buyers. Analysis of five anonymized clients showed a significant increase in the headcount dedicated to energy procurement, from 2 to 5 full-time equivalents in one example, and 3 to 8 in another. This reflects the aggressive search for energy market expertise and talent.