The energy industry is evolving at an unprecedented pace, driven by advancements in solar, wind, storage, and transmission infrastructure. ENGIE Perspectives offers insights directly from our employees—experts who are at the forefront of innovation. Through their perspectives, we explore the challenges and opportunities shaping the future of sustainable energy and share bold ideas to move the industry forward. Whether it’s revolutionizing infrastructure, advancing renewable technologies, or fostering resilience, we’re committed to powering progress in a rapidly changing world.

Interconnecting Renewables to the Grid: Opportunities, Challenges and the Future

01/28/2025  |  Categories: Infrastructure, Innovation, Optimize Use of Energy and Resources, Renewables, Retail, Solar, Wind
By Ruchi Singh, Director, Transmission and Grid Interconnection
As energy demand grows, so does the demand to interconnect renewable energy resources to the grid. According to Queued Up: 2024 Edition, an annual study on the characteristics of power plants seeking interconnection in the US published by Lawrence Berkeley National Lab (LBNL), there is currently more than 1,480 GW of zero-carbon generating capacity seeking transmission access. Although generating capacity and demand grow, grid interconnection remains one of the top challenges for renewable energ...
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Meeting Future Power Needs
Jan 10, 2025  |  Categories: Infrastructure, Innovation, Optimize Use of Energy and Resources, Renewables, Solar, Wind
By Anne-Laure Chassanite, Managing Director, Networks, ENGIE North America
It is estimated that the world will need more than 93 million miles of transmission lines, the distance between the Earth and the Sun, to face future power needs (IEA, 2023). Over the past 120 years, 50 million miles of transmission lines have been developed, but experts say we will need an addition...
Utility-Scale Renewable Projects
Dec 20, 2024  |  Categories: Community, Renewables, Solar, Storage, Wind
By Julie Vitek, Vice President of Government & Regulatory Affairs, ENGIE North America
The success of utility-scale renewable projects hinges on more than just energy production; it depends on the strength of relationships with local stakeholders and meaningful investment in the communities. This means that companies must not just earn but also maintain their social license to operate...
Delivering A Proactive Approach in Customer Energy Solutions
Dec 20, 2024  |  Categories: Community, Infrastructure, Optimize Use of Energy and Resources, Solution
By Cindy Wishert, Director Analytics & Customer Engagement, ENGIE North America
By Jerry Zeleny, Sales Director, ENGIE North America
The transition from traditional, on-demand energy sources to intermittent, renewable ones is not just a trend but a transformative force that is reshaping the energy industry. As customers experience this unprecedented change, companies must commit to delivering peace of mind in their energy procur...
Harnessing Energy Volatility to Create Strategic Value
Dec 20, 2024  |  Categories: Optimize Use of Energy and Resources, Renewables, Solution
By Donovan Dawson, Senior Advisor Structured Energy Products, ENGIE North America
Energy prices are volatile. However, if managed proactively, the volatility can be harnessed to create value. To balance the risk in volatility and optimize operational schedules, predictability is key. By understanding how and when businesses use electricity, we can empower customers to make the mo...
Considering Risk in Energy Procurement
Dec 20, 2024  |  Categories: Innovation, Optimize Use of Energy and Resources, Retail, Technology
By Kim Thoma, Senior Business Development Manager, ENGIE North America
By Andrew Spencer, Senior Business Development Manager, ENGIE North America
The evolving dynamics of the energy sector present both new opportunities and unprecedented risk for our customers. No two days are alike in the energy market, so it is imperative to help customers navigate their risk and make the most from the energy value chain. A one-size-fits-all approach is no ...
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