“AI and cloud computing are contributing to the demand for electricity but are also a solution to helping manage it, along with other challenges like aging infrastructure, sustainability initiatives, and providing safe, reliable, and affordable energy.”
“This shift introduces new waste management challenges for utilities that require proactive planning, strategic solutions, and a thorough understanding of regulations to ensure compliance and avoid costly missteps.”
“There are more than 50,000 community drinking water systems nationally. Ninety percent of these systems serve fewer than 10,000 people, with half of that serving fewer than 500. Many need the technical assistance NAWC provides through its small water company forums and outreach to troubled water systems.”
“We’re at an inflection point, as society will need more affordable, reliable electricity to power our economy, while simultaneously pursuing low-carbon targets. The answer involves collaboration and navigating the changing energy landscape together, albeit at an accelerated pace.”
“Though we cannot predict how global energy policies will evolve, collaborating with global partners and developing a system view of shifting energy trends will be critical in 2025 and beyond.”
“To reclaim balance, a cultural reset is needed – one that places mission and purpose at the center of operations. Workforce development must be a pillar of this reset.”