Travis Kavulla, former state regulatory commissioner and now VP of Regulatory Affairs for NRG Energy, dives into the complexities of the energy transition. He addresses the political tensions in state jurisdictions and the necessity for flexible market structures. The conversation touches on integrated resource planning, challenges in retail markets, and new regulations shaping energy pricing. Kavulla highlights the Retail Energy Advancement League's efforts to foster retail competition while discussing the critical balance between renewable resources and reliability in a shifting energy landscape.