Ryan McEntush

Ryan McEntush, an investing partner at a16z's American Dynamism team, discusses America's aging energy grid and the urgent need for modernization. He highlights how the grid struggles to meet rising demands from AI, electric vehicles, and data centers. The conversation explores innovative solutions like decentralized power generation, the role of nuclear energy, and the importance of a skilled workforce. With insights on integrating robotics and the complexities of mega energy projects, McEntush emphasizes the necessary changes for a resilient energy future.

In this discussion, Anish Acharya, a fintech expert at Andreessen Horowitz, reveals how GPT is transforming credit counseling to make it more accessible. Michelle Volz talks about the promise of Small Modular Reactors in the nuclear renaissance, emphasizing their benefits and regulatory challenges. Ryan McEntush covers the need to overhaul the space supply chain, linking it to innovation in both space technology and healthcare. Together, they explore cutting-edge ideas that could reshape various industries in 2023.

Ryan McEntush, a Partner at Andreessen Horowitz and an expert in energy and grid modernization, discusses the urgent need to update the electric grid. He explores its vulnerabilities, from outdated infrastructure to increased demands from AI and electric vehicles. The conversation highlights innovative technologies like solar batteries, natural gas, and the exciting potential of Small Modular Reactors for clean energy. McEntush also delves into the complexities of decentralizing the grid and the crucial role that policy plays in shaping its future.