We often take energy for granted—until a storm, price surge, or supply disruption reminds us how much we rely on a delicate system. In this episode of FutureWise Energy, Mark Roach dives into the key numbers and global forces shaping the energy landscape of 2025. His message is clear: resilience is no longer optional—it’s the foundation for businesses, communities, and households alike.
What’s in this episode? Highlights include:
Plummeting oil prices: Discover the factors behind July 2025’s record-low oil prices and why the market mood remains surprisingly bearish.
The LNG export boom: U.S. liquefied natural gas exports are at record highs, while rebounding natural gas prices are reshaping global dynamics.
Rising electricity demand: The data-driven age is stretching the grid beyond its historic limits, driven by surging energy consumption.
Gasoline price stability: Gas prices have stabilized—good news for consumers, but what does it mean for inflation and broader market trends?
The cost of climate disasters: Severe weather cost $187 billion in 2024 alone. With the grid under unprecedented strain, urgent investment in infrastructure has never been more critical.
Renewables facing hurdles: Wind and solar are growing rapidly, but supply chain delays and other challenges highlight the importance of localized solutions like microgrids and advanced energy storage.
From Cold War-era oil geopolitics to today’s supply chain security concerns, this episode connects the dots between history and the future. It’s a deep dive into the enduring impact of energy choices on our global systems.
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Understand the forces reshaping energy—from market fluctuations to climate challenges. Gain insights into how these changes affect your community, your business, and your future.
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