.NET Rocks! Energy Geek Out 2025
Jan 1, 2026
Dive into the evolving world of energy with a focus on renewable sources and innovative technologies. Discover how solar and wind power are surging, and learn about breakthrough battery technologies like sodium and solid-state options. Hear insights on AI’s potential impact on energy demand and storage solutions. Uncover the complexities of nuclear advancements and the exciting prospects of geothermal and wave power. Plus, explore the future of hydrogen production and the dynamics of the energy supply chain.
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Grid Designed For One-Way Power
- The grid was built for a few large, one-way generators and is strained by many distributed, bidirectional sources like rooftop solar.
- Upgrading transmission and processes is essential but politically and economically difficult, so problems get blamed on new technologies.
Solar Scales Incrementally
- Solar scales incrementally, letting developers add capacity piecewise rather than fund a huge plant up front.
- That modularity helped solar become the dominant new renewable deployment this decade.
Plan For Slow Grid-Tie Approvals
- Do expect long, archaic grid-tie approvals and plan financing accordingly when building distributed generation.
- Avoid relying on quick grid connection; regulatory delays can be years and break project loan assumptions.