When the grid breaks, the impact is brutal and instant. Our latest podcast episode explores the crucial role of grid inertia in energy stability. ⚡️ After the blackout in Spain, we dive into why monitoring and controlling inertia is now a must. 🎧 Listen now to uncover insights every energy professional should know.

Michael Bryson, Sr. VP of Operations at PJM, unpacks the complexity of running the largest power grid in the US. From integrating renewables to managing extreme weather events and grid reliability, PJM operates in a delicate dance of supply, demand, and regulation. Bryson shares how policy, tech, and real-time data shape their decisions. This episode sheds light on the unseen, high-pressure world behind your light switch.

Simon Michaux explores the physical requirements to phase out fossil fuels completely, emphasizing the sheer scale of the challenge. He discusses the estimated energy demand, the need for alternative power generation, and the limitations of global mineral resources to sustain the transition.

Michaux presents a detailed analysis of the metals required for renewable technologies and stationary power storage, questioning the feasibility of current transition plans.

He highlights the necessity of a comprehensive raw materials strategy, incorporating recycling and alternative battery chemistries.

The discussion also touches on systemic changes required in energy infrastructure and policy to ensure a successful and sustainable transformation.