A recent international poll indicates that the majority of corporate leaders now view electrification not just as a means to decarbonise, but as essential for competitiveness, energy security, and economic resilience by 2035.
A new global survey suggests that electrification is moving from ambition to mainstream business strategy, with the vast majority of corporate leaders expecting their operations to be largely powered by electricity by 2035.
The poll, conducted by consultancy Public First for E3G, the We Mean Business Coalition and the Global Renewables Alliance, questioned 1,994 executives and senior managers at companies with annual revenues of more than $1 million. Respondents were drawn from 18 countries, including the UK, the US, China, India, Germany and Japan.
According to the findings, 90% of those surveyed expect their operations to be largely electrified by 2035, while 73% believe they will get there by 2030. The results point to a broad consensus among business leaders that cleaner power systems are not only compatible with industrial growth, but increasingly central to it.
The survey also found that 90% of respondents believe a renewables-based electricity system would support economic growth, while 88% said electrifying their operations would make their businesses more competitive. A further 91% said electrification would improve energy security, a view that reflects ongoing concern about fossil fuel price volatility and supply shocks.
That concern appears to be sharpening the pace of change. About 79% of those questioned said instability has made the shift to electrification more urgent for their own organisations, while 72% said government policy is lagging behind the speed at which businesses need to move.
Maria Mendiluce, chief executive of the We Mean Business Coalition, said the polling showed “a profound shift in the global economic landscape”, adding that businesses now see electrification as a foundation for competitiveness, energy security and economic resilience.
For industrial companies, the message is increasingly clear: electrification is no longer being framed solely as a decarbonisation measure, but as a route to lower risk, stronger margins and better long-term resilience. The question for governments and grid operators is whether power systems, regulation and infrastructure can keep up.
- https://interaksyon.philstar.com/business/2026/06/16/315003/most-businesses-expect-operations-to-go-electric-by-2035-survey-fin/ – Please view link – unable to able to access data
- https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/we-mean-business-coalition-new-polling-shows-overwhelming-global-business-support-for-clean-electrification-amid-fossil-fuel-volatility-302795473.html – A global survey reveals that 90% of business leaders expect their operations to be largely electrified by 2035. The study, commissioned by E3G, the We Mean Business Coalition, and the Global Renewables Alliance, indicates that 91% believe electrification will enhance energy security, and 79% feel that geopolitical instability has made the shift to electrification more urgent. Additionally, 88% assert that electrifying their operations will make their businesses more competitive. The survey highlights a significant global consensus on the importance of electrification for future competitiveness, energy security, and economic resilience.
- https://www.e3g.org/news/new-business-polling-electrification-support/ – A recent survey conducted by E3G, the We Mean Business Coalition, and the Global Renewables Alliance reveals that 90% of businesses expect to be largely electrified by 2035, with 73% aiming for this by 2030. The survey also indicates that 91% of business leaders believe electrification will improve energy security, and 79% feel that recent instability has made the shift to electrification more urgent. Furthermore, 88% believe that electrifying their operations will enhance their competitiveness. The findings underscore a profound shift in the global economic landscape towards electrification as a foundation for future competitiveness, energy security, and economic resilience.
- https://onestopesg.com/esg-news/global-poll-electrification-business-energy-security – A global survey of 1,994 business executives across 18 countries, commissioned by E3G, the We Mean Business Coalition, and the Global Renewables Alliance, found that 91% of business leaders say electrification would improve energy security, with 79% reporting that geopolitical instability has made their own business shift to electrification more urgent. The polling, conducted during late April 2026 as the Strait of Hormuz remained closed, found that 90% of business leaders expect their operations to be largely electrified by 2035 and 88% say electrification is likely to make their business more competitive. However, 72% of those surveyed say government policies are moving too slowly on electrification to support the pace businesses need, with 69% saying businesses are electrifying faster than governments are preparing power systems for.
- https://www.domain-b.com/amp/environment-1/most-businesses-expect-operations-to-be-largely-electrified-by-2035-survey – A global survey of nearly 2,000 business leaders across 18 countries shows strong support for electrification as companies seek greater energy security, lower operating costs, and improved competitiveness by 2035. The survey, conducted by research consultancy Public First, gathered responses from 1,994 business executives and senior decision-makers from companies with annual revenues exceeding $1 million. The research was commissioned by E3G, the We Mean Business Coalition, and the Global Renewables Alliance. Respondents represented businesses across 18 countries, including Australia, Brazil, China, Colombia, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Kenya, Nigeria, the Philippines, Poland, South Africa, South Korea, Turkey, the United Kingdom, and the United States. According to the findings, 90% of business leaders expect their operations to be largely electrified by 2035, while 73% anticipate reaching that stage by 2030. In addition, 90% believe that a shift toward renewables-based electricity systems would support economic growth in their countries.
- https://www.boursorama.com/bourse/actualites/selon-une-enquete-la-plupart-des-entreprises-s-attendent-a-ce-que-leurs-activites-soient-largement-electrifiees-d-ici-2035-da897041ffff14425768776cef2c59c4 – A survey conducted by consultancy Public First between April 20-26, 2026, interviewed 1,994 executives and senior managers from organizations with revenues exceeding $1 million. The survey, commissioned by E3G, the We Mean Business Coalition, and the Global Renewables Alliance, included companies based in Australia, Brazil, China, Colombia, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Kenya, Nigeria, the Philippines, Poland, South Africa, South Korea, Turkey, the United Kingdom, and the United States. The findings revealed that 90% of respondents expect their operations to be largely electrified by 2035. Additionally, 90% believe that transitioning to a renewables-based electricity system is likely to boost economic growth, 88% think electrifying their operations will make their business more competitive, and 91% believe electrification would improve energy security. Furthermore, 79% stated that instability has made their own business shift to electrification more urgent, and 72% feel that government policies are lagging behind.
- https://www.marketscreener.com/news/most-businesses-expect-operations-to-go-electric-by-2035-survey-finds-ce7f5cded98bf020 – A global survey reveals that 90% of business leaders expect their operations to be largely electrified by 2035. The study, commissioned by E3G, the We Mean Business Coalition, and the Global Renewables Alliance, indicates that 91% believe electrification will enhance energy security, and 79% feel that geopolitical instability has made the shift to electrification more urgent. Additionally, 88% assert that electrifying their operations will make their businesses more competitive. The survey highlights a significant global consensus on the importance of electrification for future competitiveness, energy security, and economic resilience.
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Freshness check
Score:
8
Notes:
The article was published on June 16, 2026, and references a survey conducted between April 20-26, 2026. The findings were also reported by E3G on June 15, 2026. ([e3g.org](https://www.e3g.org/news/new-business-polling-electrification-support/?utm_source=openai)) The Interaksyon article appears to be a timely report on recent findings. However, the article’s reliance on a single source raises concerns about freshness and originality.
Quotes check
Score:
7
Notes:
The article includes a direct quote from Maria Mendiluce, CEO of the We Mean Business Coalition. This quote is also present in the E3G report. ([e3g.org](https://www.e3g.org/news/new-business-polling-electrification-support/?utm_source=openai)) The identical wording suggests potential reuse of content. No other direct quotes are provided, and the absence of independently verifiable quotes limits the ability to assess the accuracy of the information.
Source reliability
Score:
6
Notes:
The article cites a survey conducted by Public First for E3G, the We Mean Business Coalition, and the Global Renewables Alliance. While these organizations are reputable, the article’s reliance on a single source without independent verification raises concerns about source independence. The lack of additional sources or corroborating reports diminishes the overall reliability of the information presented.
Plausibility check
Score:
7
Notes:
The claims about businesses expecting electrification by 2035 align with industry trends towards clean energy adoption. However, the absence of supporting details from other reputable outlets and the reliance on a single source without independent verification raise questions about the accuracy and completeness of the information.
Overall assessment
Verdict (FAIL, OPEN, PASS): FAIL
Confidence (LOW, MEDIUM, HIGH): MEDIUM
Summary:
The article presents findings from a recent survey on business electrification expectations. However, it relies solely on a single source without independent verification, and the inclusion of identical quotes from the E3G report suggests potential reuse of content. The absence of corroborating reports and supporting details from other reputable outlets diminishes the overall reliability of the information. Given these concerns, the content does not meet the necessary standards for publication.
