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Strategic Thinking on Electric Transmission in the Age of AI

In a new era of AI-fueled electric demand growth, how should federal policymakers think about the strategic value of the US high-voltage transmission system? Developments at Three Mile Island, datacenter alley, and the PJM capacity market provide a compelling case study.

Commentary by Cy McGeady — December 10, 2024

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U.S. LNG: Remapping Energy Security

Europe's wartime shift from Russian gas to U.S. LNG is reshaping global energy trade. A new CSIS interactive feature demonstrates how transatlantic cooperation is critical for ensuring European energy security and hastening the energy transition.

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Meeting the Energy Demands of Economic Competition

An audio version of “Meeting the Energy Demands of Economic Competition,” a new commentary by CSIS’s Joseph Majkut. This audio was generated with text-to-speech by Eleven Labs. 

Podcast Episode by Joseph Majkut — October 29, 2024

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The Future of European Energy Security

A combination of quick action on LNG imports and the expansion of renewables helped Europe weather the storm and keep the lights on in the wake of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine in 2022. However, this success came at a significant cost, which will have lasting effects on the global energy landscape.

Congressional Testimony by Joseph Majkut — October 16, 2024

Experts React: Energy Implications of Escalating Middle East Conflict

 The escalating turmoil in the Middle East threatens global energy markets, yet oil prices remain stable. What's behind this unexpected calm amid regional conflict? What could trigger a market reversal? CSIS consults leading experts for insights.

Commentary by Kevin Book, Ben Cahill, Adi Imsirovic, Raad Alkadiri, Kunro Irié, and Leslie Palti-Guzman — October 8, 2024

AI Makes Nuclear Viable, Not Yet Inevitable

AI is changing the game for nuclear power. The question now is whether industry can move beyond restarts and build a new reactor—only this will mark the true start of a U.S. nuclear renaissance.

Commentary by Cy McGeady — October 4, 2024

To Cut Methane, Build Global Capacity

Methane will again be high on the agenda at COP29. There is strong momentum on methane reductions in the oil and gas sector, but the next goal should be to accelerate progress by developing new centers of excellence for methane science around the world.

Commentary by Ben Cahill — October 3, 2024

Accelerating U.S. Nuclear Leadership

Please join the CSIS Energy Security and Climate Change Program for a conversation with Ahmet Tokpinar, Principal Vice President & General Manager of Nuclear at Bechtel.

Event — October 1, 2024

Accelerating U.S. Nuclear Leadership

Join the CSIS Energy Security and Climate Change Program for a conversation with Ahmet Tokpinar, Principal Vice President & General Manager of Nuclear at Bechtel.

Transcript — October 1, 2024