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Host: Todd Snitchler, President and CEO, Electric Power Supply Association
Guest: Debra M. Phillips, president and CEO, National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA)
EV charging. Transformers. Medical imaging devices. As energy demand surges across industries, how can we ensure a smarter, more resilient, and efficient power system? In this episode, we explore the evolving landscape of electrification, the role of smart technology, and the pressing challenges of supply chains and grid flexibility. Our guest, NEMA President and CEO Debra Phillips, shares insights on policy solutions, workforce development, and the technologies driving the future of energy. Tune in for a deep dive into the trends shaping the electroindustry and what it will take to power the next generation of innovation — including a sneak preview of key findings from NEMA’s upcoming study on just how much energy will be needed to power data centers, electric vehicles, and more.
Power Stats:
- The U.S. electroindustry contributes nearly 2% of the nation’s GDP and employs over half a million people.
NEMA projects:
- 50% increase in electricity demand by 2050
- 300% growth in data center energy consumption by 2035
- 9,000% increase in EV-related electricity use
Power Quote
“The energy industry has the opportunity of a lifetime. If we all do our part, everyone stands to benefit, and ultimately, consumers will too.”
DEBRA PHILLIPS, PRESIDENT AND CEO, NEMA
Producer, Audio Editor: Christina Nyquist, senior director, Communications, EPSA
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