The Regulatory Chicken and Egg Dilemma

Startups in the energy sector often face a cyclical regulatory challenge where they require operational data to obtain licenses, yet cannot collect this data without first securing a license. This impasse has historically led to significant financial investments from startups and established companies alike, only to result in regulatory bodies insisting on more data before granting permission. Many ventures have thus ended in failure due to this unresolvable conflict, highlighting a systemic issue in the regulatory process that stifles innovation.