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Energy & Materials Transition

The Energy and Materials Transition is one of the greatest challenges of the coming decades. Climate change, growing scarcity of raw materials, and stricter environmental requirements call for an accelerated transformation of energy supply and raw material use—and thus for tough strategic and financial decisions.

JBR advises private equity funds, corporations, and entrepreneurs on issues related to corporate finance, strategy, and restructuring. With in-depth industry knowledge and an independent advisory role, we help you confidently steer the transition.

  • Specialized consulting in six core areas of the transition
  • Independent consulting for private equity funds, corporations, and entrepreneurs
  • International M&A network through REACH

Leading the Way in an Accelerating Transition

The Energy and Materials Transition is one of the greatest challenges of the coming decades. Climate change, growing scarcity of raw materials, and stricter environmental requirements are accelerating the transformation of energy supply and raw material use, which requires substantial investments while simultaneously opening up new markets in sustainable energy, storage, and circular materials. At the same time, geopolitical tensions are increasingly shaping the rules of the game: disrupted supply chains for critical raw materials, protectionist policies, and price volatility in energy markets are forcing companies and investors to make tougher choices. Those who fail to prepare today for security of supply and strategic positioning run the risk of being left behind tomorrow.

These often involve questions such as:
- How do you ensure the security of supply for critical raw materials and energy now that supply chains are under pressure?
- Where within your company is there room to finance the energy transition, innovation, and digitalization?
- Is it more profitable to take your knowledge and technology abroad and expand internationally?
- Which strategic partnerships can help you spread risks and make investments more manageable?
Is this the right time to put your company up for sale, or should you instead pursue growth through acquisitions?

JBR works with you to address these issues and helps you turn vulnerability into a competitive advantage, offering independent advice and expertise in corporate finance, strategy, and restructuring.

Our insights.

Drawing on market knowledge, industry research, and practical experience, we analyze the key developments in the Energy & Materials Transition.
In this way, we provide entrepreneurs, shareholders, and investors with guidance on strategic and financial decisions.

Article

Why the North Sea as a green energy factory matters to you now

The North Sea is rapidly transforming into the green heart of Europe. Oil and gas platforms are disappearing and making way for wind farms, hubs, and energy islands that connect multiple countries. However, the target of 50 GW of offshore wind by 2040 has been revised down to 30 to 40 GW, as the electrification of industry is lagging behind and construction costs are rising. In this article, we explain the role that coastal energy hubs play and what this development means for your business.

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Monitor

Battery Storage Monitor 2025: Trends, Revenue Models, and Valuations

The Battery Storage Monitor 2025 provides insight into the rapidly growing market for large-scale battery storage. The monitor highlights trends, revenue models, applications, transactions, and valuations within the sector. Among other things, you’ll learn which business models are profitable, ranging from co-location to peak shaving and trading. The publication is written for investors, companies in the sector, technology innovators, and policymakers.

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Our Services in Energy & Materials Transition

JBR combines in-depth industry knowledge with expertise in strategy, corporate finance, restructuring, and governance. We support entrepreneurs, shareholders, executives, and investors with issues related to growth, value creation, financing, transactions, and business continuity.

Corporate finance

From business valuations and financing to mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures, JBR provides guidance on transactions and financial matters that contribute to sustainable value creation.

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Our industry specialists.

Would you like to discuss growth, investment, sales, acquisitions, financing, restructuring, or governance within the Maritime & Offshore sector? Our industry specialists are happy to help you navigate the strategic and financial decisions that will shape the next phase of your organization. Please contact one of our industry specialists for a no-obligation consultation.