In this episode, Scott Hobart takes us inside the transition to a decarbonized energy system, with a sharp focus on the evolution of the electricity grid. Drawing on his global experience in commodities and energy markets—from China’s industrial boom to U.S. grid reform—Scott discusses the increasing demand from AI and data centers, the transformative role of tech giants in power generation, and the investment opportunities within nuclear, geothermal, and storage technologies. He explains why policy certainty is essential, why energy equity is an emerging concern, and how partnerships with academia (like Princeton and Columbia) are accelerating innovation.
This conversation is a must-listen for anyone curious about how finance, technology, and infrastructure are converging to reshape the power sector—and the planet’s future.
Keywords: Electricity grid, decarbonization, energy transition, AI, data centers, climate investing, public markets, energy storage, policy certainty, renewable energy, institutional partnerships
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