Readiness for Transition By Country June 2023

The 2023 Transition Readiness Index, published by the World Economic Forum, evaluates countries' preparedness for effective energy transitions. This comprehensive ranking highlights global efforts in sustainability, infrastructure, and policy alignment for clean energy transitions.

Insights from the Transition Readiness Index

Top Performers: Denmark, Finland, and Sweden lead with robust policies, sustainable infrastructure, and renewable energy adoption.
Emerging Economies: Countries like China (13th, 64.8) and South Korea (12th, 65.3) showcase significant progress in energy transition readiness.
Global Challenges: Developing nations such as Yemen (107th, 15.5) and DR Congo (105th, 24.3) face substantial hurdles in energy infrastructure and policy implementation.

FAQs on Transition Readiness

Q: What is the Transition Readiness Index?
A: The index evaluates countries' preparedness for transitioning to sustainable energy systems based on infrastructure, policy, and innovation.

Q: Which country ranks highest in transition readiness?
A: Denmark leads with a score of 79.8, setting a global standard in sustainable energy transitions.

Q: How can countries improve their transition readiness?
A: Investments in renewable energy, efficient infrastructure, and supportive policy frameworks are crucial for improving readiness.

Opportunities for Improvement

While developed nations lead, significant opportunities exist for lower-ranking countries to leverage international cooperation, technology transfers, and local innovations. Enhanced focus on education and policy reforms can drive progress in regions lagging in transition readiness.

Readiness for Transition By Country June 2023 (Index, June 2023)

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Rank	Country	Index
1	Denmark	79.8
2	Finland	78.6
3	Sweden	74.8
4	Netherlands	73.5
5	Germany	71.9
6	Austria	69.5
7	Norway	68.3
8	Luxembourg	68.2
9	Switzerland	67.4
10	France	66.5
11	Iceland	65.6
12	South Korea	65.3
13	China	64.8
14	Spain	64.7
15	Portugal	64.5
16	Australia	64.3
17	United Kingdom	64
18	United States	63.2
19	Japan	62.9
20	Greece	61.7
21	Brazil	61.3
21	Chile	61.3
22	Canada	60.3
23	Lithuania	60.1
24	Estonia	59.2
25	Belgium	58.5
26	Singapore	57.6
27	Hungary	57.5
28	New Zealand	56.9
28	Vietnam	56.9
29	Ireland	56.3
30	Israel	55.7
31	Italy	55.6
32	Latvia	55.1
33	Poland	54.7
34	Croatia	54.4
34	Slovenia	54.4
35	Colombia	53
36	Albania	51.8
36	Uruguay	51.8
37	Bosnia and Herzegovina	51.4
38	Azerbaijan	50.7
39	Qatar	50.2
40	Slovakia	49.7
41	Malaysia	49.3
42	Bulgaria	48.9
43	Cyprus	48.4
44	United Arab Emirates	48.3
45	Morocco	48.1
46	Turkey	47.4
47	Czech Republic	47.2
48	Costa Rica	46.9
49	Jordan	46.7
50	Thailand	46.2
51	Kenya	45.6
52	South Africa	45.5
53	Paraguay	45.3
53	Saudi Arabia	45.3
54	Malta	45.1
55	Armenia	44.1
56	India	43.6
57	Romania	43.3
58	Dominican Republic	42.7
58	Namibia	42.7
59	Kuwait	42.5
60	Panama	41.7
61	Laos	41.6
62	Montenegro	41.5
62	Tunisia	41.5
62	Ukraine	41.5
63	Georgia	41
64	Kazakhstan	40.9
65	Sri Lanka	40.6
66	Serbia	40.5
67	Cambodia	40.4
68	Oman	40.3
69	Mauritius	39.4
70	North Macedonia	38.7
71	Indonesia	38.6
72	Senegal	38.3
73	Lebanon	37.9
74	Mexico	37.8
75	Egypt	37.2
76	Ivory Coast	36.9
77	Jamaica	36.5
78	Bahrain	36.3
79	Moldova	36.1
80	Brunei	35.7
80	Nepal	35.7
80	Trinidad and Tobago	35.7
80	Zimbabwe	35.7
81	Argentina	35.5
82	El Salvador	35.1
83	Botswana	34.9
83	Peru	34.9
84	Bolivia	34.7
85	Pakistan	34.5
86	Tajikistan	34.4
87	Ghana	34.1
87	Kyrgyzstan	34.1
88	Iran	33.6
89	Philippines	33.2
90	Ethiopia	32.7
91	Algeria	32.6
92	Cameroon	32.4
93	Guatemala	32
94	Honduras	30.5
95	Ecuador	30.2
96	Tanzania	30.1
97	Mongolia	29
98	Mozambique	27.8
99	Nigeria	27.5
100	Bangladesh	27.3
101	Gabon	26.8
102	Nicaragua	26.6
103	Zambia	25.8
104	Angola	24.4
105	DR Congo	24.3
106	Venezuela	22.7
107	Yemen	15.5