We sat down with Rachel Bryant, Deputy Editor at Public Utilities Fortnightly (PUF) and former regulatory leader at Grid X, to unpack a critical disconnect in the clean energy transition.
With experience at both FERC and WAPA, Rachel shares the one narrative that policymakers and the public still don’t fully grasp: the biggest challenge isn’t only grid modernization—it’s a growing capacity crisis. Rapid load growth from data centers and AI, combined with the pressing question of customer affordability, is reshaping the future of our grid.
In this episode, we explore:
Why engineers, lawyers, and policymakers must align to move progress forward.
How DERs (Distributed Energy Resources) can be harmonized with today’s regulatory landscape.
The role of customer engagement in tackling rising costs and energy demand.
Don’t miss this essential conversation on what’s next for the grid!