Nicolas Fulghum

Join Bryony Worthington, the founder of Ember, and Nicolas Fulghum, lead author of the Global Electricity Review, as they dive into the global electricity landscape. They discuss how clean electricity surpassed 40% of global generation in 2024, fueled by solar advancements. Insights on how China's energy decisions impact global trends stand out. The conversation also covers rising demand for electricity driven by electrification, the role of battery technology, and the geopolitical influences shaping the transition to cleaner energy.

Nicolas Fulghum, an analyst at Ember and co-author of their Global Electricity Review, discusses the explosive growth of electricity demand in 2024. He reveals that electricity consumption is rapidly rising, doubling the last decade's growth, primarily fueled by renewables. Solar energy takes center stage as a major driver, with generation expected to double in just three years. Fulghum highlights how the electrification of transportation and the demands of AI-driven data centers are reshaping the energy landscape, setting the stage for a clean energy future.