Thomas Baker
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Management consultant and Ph.D. scientist with experience and expertise in power and…
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In the past decade, China added 34 GW of nuclear power—continuously improving on time and budget. Meanwhile, new nuclear projects in Western…
In the past decade, China added 34 GW of nuclear power—continuously improving on time and budget. Meanwhile, new nuclear projects in Western…
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As governments reshape energy policies, balancing decarbonization with economic and security concerns, the transition away from fossil fuels may…
As governments reshape energy policies, balancing decarbonization with economic and security concerns, the transition away from fossil fuels may…
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Electricity grid companies are facing a once-in-a-generation challenge: building the infrastructure that will deliver clean, secure, and affordable…
Electricity grid companies are facing a once-in-a-generation challenge: building the infrastructure that will deliver clean, secure, and affordable…
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A Decarbonization Roadmap for Upstream Oil and Gas
Boston Consulting Group
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The Costs of Revving Up the Grid for Electric Vehicles
Boston Consulting Group
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Electric Vehicles Are a Multibillion-Dollar Opportunity for Utilities
Boston Consulting Group
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The M&A Way into Distributed Energy
Boston Consulting Group
Distributed energy resources (DER) companies have emerged as a real force in the
power industry. Recent advances in battery storage, smart-home technology, and
energy management devices, as well as a growing thirst for green energy among
customers and policymakers, are making DER an attractive alternative to traditional grid distribution and meter-based systems.
The M&A Way
To take advantage of the opportunity that DER holds—the market is growing by
double digits…Distributed energy resources (DER) companies have emerged as a real force in the
power industry. Recent advances in battery storage, smart-home technology, and
energy management devices, as well as a growing thirst for green energy among
customers and policymakers, are making DER an attractive alternative to traditional grid distribution and meter-based systems.
The M&A Way
To take advantage of the opportunity that DER holds—the market is growing by
double digits annually—incumbents would be wise to pursue acquisitions of DER
companies. Although expanding, the DER segment is still immature and fragmented, populated by numerous small startups. Established utilities have a wide variety
of potential partners with which to enter the market quickly.
First-Mover Advantages
Power companies that strike first to increase scale, expand DER R&D, and develop
new skill sets in DER applications can rapidly realize a competitive edge. By bringing the latest technology and a lean cost structure to the DER market, incumbents
could gain first-mover advantages and become dominant in a segment that promises to become as palatable to consumers as the traditional power segment is today.Other authors -
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Finding the Sweet Spot in Distributed Energy
BCG Perspectives
As renewable energy takes off and battery storage moves closer to the point of consumption, power grids around the world are becoming more decentralized. These distributed energy resources (DER) are transforming energy markets, but questions remain about what this new industry will look like and how DER will be managed. Industry participants will need to adapt their business models to position themselves for success in this evolving market.
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Rewiring Utilities for the Power Market of the Future
bcg.perspectives
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How to Avoid “Zombie” Grids in the Age of Solar Power
BCG Perspectives
The system for financing the electrical grid around the world is eroding—and the pricing change that utilities are advocating would make the problem worse. Utilities must adapt by reducing grid costs and changing their investment planning processes.
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Oil and gas companies have a unique role to play in the global energy transition, particularly in the development of low-carbon solutions (LCS). Our…
Oil and gas companies have a unique role to play in the global energy transition, particularly in the development of low-carbon solutions (LCS). Our…
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As the world pushes toward decarbonizing the global economy, the opportunity for countries to capture a share of the growing green market is immense.…
As the world pushes toward decarbonizing the global economy, the opportunity for countries to capture a share of the growing green market is immense.…
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Low-carbon offerings are poised to reshape global energy markets and provide critical pathways for many industries seeking to meet net zero targets…
Low-carbon offerings are poised to reshape global energy markets and provide critical pathways for many industries seeking to meet net zero targets…
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I wanted to congratulate Karly Wentz on her well deserved promotion. I look forward to continuing our work, alongside our exceptional team, to invest…
I wanted to congratulate Karly Wentz on her well deserved promotion. I look forward to continuing our work, alongside our exceptional team, to invest…
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Excited to be talking with NYT about DAC power needs: https://lnkd.in/g25_Jsix
Excited to be talking with NYT about DAC power needs: https://lnkd.in/g25_Jsix
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What a ride! After 24 years with BCG, 5 offices, 33 countries, some incredible mentors, trusting clients and amazing teams, I have stepped down from…
What a ride! After 24 years with BCG, 5 offices, 33 countries, some incredible mentors, trusting clients and amazing teams, I have stepped down from…
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Data centers are the backbone of our digital future, but the surge in computing demand comes with complex challenges. The industry’s future depends…
Data centers are the backbone of our digital future, but the surge in computing demand comes with complex challenges. The industry’s future depends…
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