Kingsmill Bond

Kingsmill Bond, a strategist at Ember and co-author of the Electrotech Revolution report, discusses a radical shift from fossil fuels to electrified technologies. He argues that this transition represents abundance, not sacrifice. The conversation covers how solar and wind are outpacing fossil fuels globally and the implications of China's leadership in the energy sector. Bond emphasizes the need for Western nations to adapt and compete. They also touch on how sectors like transport are nearing fossil peaks and the significant role of heat pumps in decarbonization.

Kingsmill Bond, an energy strategist at Ember and co-author of 'The Electrotech Revolution', shares insights on the transformative shift to electricity technologies like solar and EVs. He argues that a global electrotech revolution is underway, led by China's scale and policy. Bond discusses how efficiency and falling costs are driving this change, the importance of proactive policy responses, and the risks of Western inaction. He also highlights how emerging markets are leapfrogging to clean energy, positioning the world for a rapid transition away from fossil fuels.

Kingsmill Bond, an energy strategist known for his insights into clean electrification, explores the unstoppable transition towards electrotech. He highlights that efficiency and economics drive this revolution, regardless of political will. Bond discusses how emerging markets are leapfrogging fossil pathways and China’s dominance in manufacturing electrification technologies. He emphasizes the significance of grid innovations and how global dynamics are reshaping energy independence. Ultimately, he argues that electrotech is not just a trend but a fundamental shift in energy use.

Kingsmill Bond, an Energy Strategist at RMI and former city analyst, shares his optimistic vision for the energy transition. He argues that we peaked in fossil fuel demand a decade ago and predicts a fossil-free future in just five years. Bond challenges misconceptions around renewable costs, drawing parallels to past tech shifts. He discusses China’s leading role in electrification, the financial sector’s rapid shift toward renewables, and calls for crucial actions against climate change, including ending fossil fuel subsidies.

Kingsmill Bond, an energy strategist at Ember, and José Manuel Entrecanales, CEO of Acciona, dive into the significant blackout that recently swept across Spain and Portugal. They explore whether renewable energy is to blame or if deeper issues lie within outdated infrastructures. The conversation addresses misconceptions about renewables' reliability and highlights the urgent need for grid modernization. They also discuss how modernized grids are crucial for a successful energy transition and the encouraging prospects for renewable energy's future.