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EPISODE · May 11, 2026 · 7 MIN

The New Power Loads Reshaping the Energy Grid

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Rapid population growth, economic diversification, and data intensive technologies are driving unprecedented electricity demand across the region. Utilities are being asked to connect loads that would have been unimaginable a decade ago, due to data centres, industrial clusters, and hydrogen production. Integrating these demands safely and quickly is becoming one of the defining challenges for planners and regulators. Joining us to explore what it takes to prepare the grid for this new scale of demand is Danny Touma, Partner, PwC Middle East.Powered by World Future Energy Summit, the Future Energy Insights show seeks to address the biggest challenges shaping the future of energy today, both in the Middle East and around the world. Find us on social media at @worldfutureenergysummit and visit our website www.worldfutureenergysummit.com.

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Rapid population growth, economic diversification, and data intensive technologies are driving unprecedented electricity demand across the region. Utilities are being asked to connect loads that would have been unimaginable a decade ago, due to data centres, industrial clusters, and hydrogen production. Integrating these demands safely and quickly is becoming one of the defining challenges for planners and regulators. Joining us to explore what it takes to prepare the grid for thi...

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