Electrification in Action: Case Studies

10 November 2026 –  As energy takes centre stage at COP31, a new collection of case studies highlights how electrification is being delivered on the ground. Examples from businesses, industries and broader electrification initiatives demonstrate how electrification can support competitiveness, resilience, energy security and sustainable development. At a time when governments and industry are seeking to accelerate electrification and the energy transition, the case studies offer tangible evidence of what is working today and what it will take to scale progress further.

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Electrification is a powerful driver of competitiveness, resilience and sustainable growth. Across sectors and regions, businesses are already demonstrating how electrification can reduce emissions, improve efficiency, strengthen energy security and unlock new economic opportunities.

This collection showcases real-world examples of electrification in action. Drawn from businesses, industries and wider electrification programmes, the case studies highlight different pathways for accelerating electrification, from company-led initiatives and sectoral collaborations to national efforts to expand access to reliable and affordable electricity. This collection forms part of CISL's work on electrification and supports the broader Electrify Now campaign.

Case studies explore the approaches taken, the technologies, infrastructure and partnerships involved and the outcomes achieved. They demonstrate the multiple benefits of electrification, and also share practical insights and lessons that can help others accelerate and scale their own electrification journeys.

While the examples focus on business action, the collection also highlights the wider enabling conditions that make electrification possible, including investment in infrastructure, supportive policy frameworks and efforts to expand energy access.

By showcasing practical experience and measurable outcomes, this series seeks to inform decision-making and support faster, more effective deployment of electrification solutions worldwide.

See the business case studies below.