Energy Transition Index 2026: India ranks 70th Among Top Improvers Globally

The World Economic Forum (WEF), in collaboration with Accenture, released its Energy Transition Index (ETI) 2026, ranking 120 countries on their energy system performance and readiness to shift to clean energy. India improved by two places to rank 70th globally with a total score of 54.9. While global clean energy investment reached $3.3 trillion, the report warns that overall transition readiness has declined for the first time in over a decade due to policy and financing challenges.

What is India's position in the Energy Transition Index 2026?

In the Energy Transition Index 2026, India ranked 70th out of 120 countries. 

1. India's score is 54.9 out of 100
2. India moved up by 2 ranks from the previous year
3. Recognised as one of the strongest global improvers

Key reasons for India's improvement in the energy transition:

1. Major expansion in renewable energy capacity
2. Development of grid infrastructure
3. Growth in green hydrogen initiatives
4. Improvements in energy equity, sustainability, and financial investment
5. Low-carbon jobs increased by 24% in 2024
6. Renewable energy jobs reached 1.3 million, with hydropower providing the largest source of employment
7. India is seen as a top emerging market performer, balancing both energy security and affordability

Top 20 Countries In Energy Transition Index 2026

The following are the top 20 countries ranked in the Energy Transition Index 2026.

Key Global Findings In Energy Transition Index 2026

Main reasons for the slowdown:

1. Geopolitical tensions
2. Infrastructure bottlenecks
3. Rising energy demand
4. High financing costs and weak policies
5. Only 24% of countries improved across all three areas, security, affordability, and sustainability, simultaneously.
6. Last rank country (120th) — Democratic Republic of Congo

What is the Energy Transition Index?

Published by the World Economic Forum (WEF) in collaboration with Accenture. Tracks energy transition progress across 120 countries

The Energy Transition Index uses 44 indicators across two major pillars:

Pillar 1 — Current System Performance

Measures how well a country's energy system is performing right now across three areas:

1.  Security — Reliable and stable energy supply
2.  Sustainability — Use of clean and low-carbon energy
3.  Equity — Affordable and accessible energy for all

Pillar 2 — Transition Readiness

Measures how prepared a country is for the future through:

1. Strong institutional frameworks and stable policies
2. Development of infrastructure
3. Availability of capital and financial investment

G20 Countries’ Rankings In Energy Transition Index 2026

1. Germany: 9th
2. France: 10th
3. United Kingdom: 11th
4. China: 14th
5. Brazil: 17th
6. United States: 19th