Episode 82: Every Electron Counts

Electricity demand is surging from AI, data centers, electrification, and aging infrastructure — yet many renewable energy assets are still underperforming and leaving valuable power on the table. In this episode of The Clean Energy Edge Podcast, Russ Bates sits down with Gareth Brown of Clir Renewables to discuss why “every electron counts” in today’s energy environment and how AI, analytics, and asset optimization are becoming critical to the future of renewable energy, grid reliability, and business resilience. We discuss: Why underperforming renewable assets are costing the industry money How AI and data analytics are transforming clean energy operations Grid strain, rising electricity demand, and the coming energy crunch Why energy optimization is now a business and infrastructure issue The role of battery storage, solar, wind, and predictive maintenance Why businesses and utilities can no longer afford wasted power As electricity demand accelerates worldwide, the ability to maximize every available electron may become one of the most important challenges facing the energy sector. Learn more about Clir Renewables: clir.eco