Complicated
Energy utilities are navigating a complex landscape, facing several critical challenges that require significant investment, time, and regulatory support. These issues are not easily resolved, but instead require thoughtful long-term solutions. Our Summer 2025 Energy Industry Update provides an in-depth analysis of these pressing challenges and emerging trends, offering valuable insights for industry leaders.Â
Join us for a webinar covering our EIU report, highlighting the following topics:
Large Loads and Rates
The growth and expansion of large electrical loads in the United States and Canada continues. One analysis forecasts that data center growth could add 65 to 90 GW of power demand, with manufacturing adding a potential 20 GW. As these new loads proliferate, utilities and regulators are mindful of the potential impact of required infrastructure, both grid and generating resources, on grid performance and the cost of service for other customers.Â
Scaling Capital Projects
Energy utilities are accelerating core infrastructure investment to address rising demand from electrification, manufacturing, and data centers. Execution challenges—from equipment to labor availability to interconnection—are driving multi-project strategies, asset alternatives, and workforce development to sustain construction delivery.
AI and Energy
Artificial intelligence (AI) adoption is growing and focusing attention on rising energy demand while the technology remains in early stages of deployment. At the same time, the energy industry is exploring AI’s potential to boost efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance reliability.
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Moderator: Kevin Hernandez, Partner
Preston Fowler, Director
Brian Szews, Director
Eric Brooks, Manager