The Energy Transition Outlook 2024-25: Americas report by Wood Mackenzie forecasts a significant decrease in net energy-related emissions in North America's electricity sector by 20% by 2030 compared to 2024 levels. This reduction is attributed to factors such as a 24% drop in emissions within the energy sector and an acceleration in transportation electrification. However, challenges like tariff increases, infrastructure delays, and political uncertainties regarding emerging technologies pose potential obstacles to this transition. In a delayed transition scenario, emissions in 2030 could be 11% higher due to regulatory hurdles and supply chain challenges. The report highlights that renewable energy and battery storage are anticipated to contribute 80% to North America's new electricity capacity by 2050, facilitating the gradual phase-out of oil and natural gas. Additionally, the importance of low-carbon hydrogen and electrification of transportation is emphasized. Political challenges, including obstacles from the Inflation Reduction Act and private sector goals for carbon neutrality, could impact decarbonisation efforts. The significance of hydrogen and nuclear energy is underscored in ensuring gas demand resilience and advancing decarbonisation. Blue hydrogen and natural gas-based production are vital components, with LNG exports projected to grow by 2050. Furthermore, the declining trend in coal demand is noted across all scenarios, particularly in the electricity sector. Policies, such as the Inflation Reduction Act in the United States and Canada's net-zero target, play a central role in achieving decarbonisation goals but face political uncertainties. Emerging technologies like Small Modular Reactors (SMRs) are expected to lead North America's decarbonisation strategy, with companies like NuScale and TerraPower driving innovation. However, delays in low-carbon infrastructure development pose challenges. The report suggests that political changes, such as potential infrastructure reforms under a new administration, could positively impact the energy transition.