HONEYWELL SURVEY FINDS AI HAS POTENTIAL TO ENHANCE ENERGY SECURITY AS GLOBAL ENERGY DEMAND INCREASES

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Honeywell's latest AI in the Energy Industry survey reveals that 91% of U.S. energy executives believe artificial intelligence can enhance energy security. The study, surveying 300 industry decision-makers, shows 85% are already using or piloting AI solutions.

With global energy demand projected to rise 32% by 2050 and electricity demand increasing 75%, the survey highlights key AI applications: cybersecurity (57%), predictive maintenance (52%), and operational efficiency (44%). While only 12% currently consider AI critical to operations, 81% expect it to become vital within five years.

The survey also found 53% of respondents use AI to address labor shortages and enhance workplace safety, while 36% employ it for routine task automation. Notably, 94% of participants are either working with or considering AI solution providers, indicating strong industry momentum toward AI adoption.

Positive

• 91% of surveyed energy executives believe AI has potential to enhance energy security
• 85% of companies are already using or piloting AI solutions
• 94% of companies are engaged with or considering AI solution providers
• Strong expected growth in AI adoption with 81% saying it will become critical in next 5 years
• Company well-positioned to capitalize on growing energy demand (32% increase by 2050)
• Multiple revenue opportunities identified in cybersecurity (57%), predictive maintenance (52%), and operational efficiency (44%)

Negative

• Only 12% of respondents currently consider AI critical to operations
• Limited current revenue impact as AI integration is still in early stages
• Potential high investment costs needed to develop and implement AI solutions
• Competitive pressure as many companies are pursuing similar AI initiatives

Cybersecurity, predictive maintenance and operational efficiency identified as most valuable uses of AI for the energy industry

This builds on analysis from Bloomberg that shows overall global energy demand will increase 32% by 2050

CHARLOTTE, N.C., April 30, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Honeywell (Nasdaq: HON) today released its AI in the Energy Industry pulse survey, which reveals the majority of participating U.S. energy executives believe artificial intelligence (AI) has the near-term potential to improve and enhance energy security.

According to the April 2025 BloombergNEF New Energy Outlook report, overall global energy demand is expected to increase 32% by 2050, with demand for electricity alone expected to increase 75%. To meet this growing demand, energy leaders will need to harness new sources of energy and optimize their current operations using AI and digital technologies.  

Honeywell's survey of 300 U.S. decision-makers and influencers in energy and energy-adjacent industries found 91% believe AI has near-term potential to enhance energy security and 85% are already either actively using or piloting AI in their companies today.

While only 12% of respondents said AI is currently a critical part of their energy operations, 81% said it will become critical over the course of the next five years – demonstrating the importance of energy security and massive anticipated uptick in adoption expected in the short term. When looking across use cases, 94% are also either already engaged with an AI solutions provider or considering doing so as momentum behind the technology continues to grow.

"To meet the growing energy demands, industry leaders are leveraging new technology solutions to help address some of the most pressing challenges — enhancing energy security, optimizing current infrastructure, harnessing new sources of energy and augmenting the workforce," said Ken West, President and CEO of Honeywell Energy and Sustainability Solutions. "Looking ahead, new technologies like AI and automation can further optimize existing energy systems and integrate new energy sources more swiftly and efficiently."

When asked the most valuable aspects of AI, energy decision-makers surveyed identified several key areas of operations, such as cybersecurity and threat detection (57%), predictive maintenance (52%), and operational efficiency (44%).

The survey also found that more than half of respondents (53%) are using AI to address labor shortages and workforce upskilling through virtual assistants, 53% are using to enhance workplace safety and security through monitoring and threat detection and only one-third (36%) are using AI to automate routine tasks.

To learn more about the survey results and how Honeywell's AI solutions are helping to shape the energy sector, please visit https://ess.honeywell.com/us/en/home.

Methodology
Honeywell commissioned research firm Hudson Pacific to conduct the Honeywell AI in Energy Industry Survey from March 24, 2025 through April 1, 2025. This opinion research is based on responses from 300 U.S. decision-makers and influencers in energy and energy-adjacent industries on their use of artificial intelligence. Respondents included those in oil and gas, electricity generation and distribution, utility construction, solar field development, wind turbine transportation or construction, natural gas distribution, mining, carbon management, chemical manufacturing and more. Leaders taking the survey had input into their company's use of AI in its operations.

About Honeywell
Honeywell is an integrated operating company serving a broad range of industries and geographies around the world. Our business is aligned with three powerful megatrends – automation, the future of aviation and energy transition – underpinned by our Honeywell Accelerator operating system and Honeywell Forge IoT platform. As a trusted partner, we help organizations solve the world's toughest, most complex challenges, providing actionable solutions and innovations through our Aerospace Technologies, Industrial Automation, Building Automation and Energy and Sustainability Solutions business segments that help make the world smarter and safer as well as more secure and sustainable. For more news and information on Honeywell, please visit www.honeywell.com/newsroom.

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FAQ

What percentage of energy executives are using AI according to Honeywell's 2025 survey?

According to Honeywell's survey, 85% of U.S. energy executives are already either actively using or piloting AI in their companies, with 91% believing AI has near-term potential to enhance energy security.

How much will global energy demand increase by 2050 according to Honeywell's (HON) report?

According to the April 2025 BloombergNEF report cited in Honeywell's survey, overall global energy demand is expected to increase 32% by 2050, with electricity demand specifically rising by 75%.

What are the top 3 most valuable AI applications in energy according to HON's 2025 survey?

The survey identified cybersecurity and threat detection (57%), predictive maintenance (52%), and operational efficiency (44%) as the most valuable applications of AI in the energy industry.

How many energy companies are considering AI solutions providers in 2025?

94% of surveyed energy companies are either already engaged with an AI solutions provider or considering doing so, according to Honeywell's 2025 survey.

What percentage of energy companies expect AI to become critical in the next 5 years?

81% of surveyed energy companies said AI will become critical over the next five years, up from just 12% who currently consider it critical to their operations.

How are energy companies using AI to address workforce challenges in 2025?

53% of companies are using AI for labor shortages and workforce upskilling through virtual assistants, while 53% use it for workplace safety and security through monitoring and threat detection.