Global Energy Reputation Report - 2021

The Energy Reputation Report 2021 examines how the global energy sector was perceived in the aftermath of COVID-19 and a period of exceptional volatility.

Drawing on real-time stakeholder data across major markets, the report highlights how trust, responsibility, and expectations differ between Electricity and Oil & Gas—and where the sector’s reputational risks and opportunities lie.

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Key Findings at a Glance

  • The energy sector remains one of the least trusted globally, with average Trust & Like Scores compared to other major industries.

  • Electricity and Oil & Gas score similarly overall, but Electricity companies are seen as more responsible, authentic, and attractive employers. 

  • Reputation is highly volatile and event-driven, shaped by COVID-19, geopolitical incidents, and energy price shocks. 

  • Public priorities differ by country, with climate change leading in some markets, while energy prices and reliability dominate in others. 

  • Younger people are more willing to change behavior and hold companies accountable, while older generations prioritize affordability and stability.