Published 2025 by GridBeyond; authored by Michael Phelan

This report analyzes global energy trends as electrification, severe weather, and digitalization reshape demand. Covering the UK, Ireland, the U.S., Australia, and Japan, it emphasizes the growing importance of demand‑side flexibility through virtual power plants, behind‑the‑meter storage, and distributed generation. The report argues that flexible demand, not increased supply, will be the defining factor in achieving net‑zero goals. It also explores how grid modernization and AI‑based forecasting are enabling more resilient, connected, and efficient energy ecosystems.

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