The energy transition is redefining the natural resource sector—oil and gas, power, chemicals, mining, and supply chain services—in 2025, presenting private equity (PE) firms with transformative investment opportunities across the Middle East, Africa, and post-Soviet states. With global PE deal value up 14% to $2 trillion in 2024 and renewable energy investments surging, the shift from fossil fuels to sustainable solutions drives demand for innovative energy assets. Yet, regulatory complexities, technology risks, and geopolitical volatility require strategic precision.