​Ripple Hosts

​Lauren Lentz

​Revent

​Adam Chirkowski

​AlbionVC

​TL;DR

​As electrification and AI drive energy demand to new heights, this session explores how we redesign the grid for a smarter, more resilient, and decentralized future. We’ll dig into how energy systems can best handle intermittent supply, whether markets can reward flexibility and storage, and what it will take to scale fast enough to meet the moment.

​Topic overview

​Why is the topic relevant?

​The future of energy is at a crossroads. Electrification and AI-driven demand are driving power consumption to unprecedented levels, while the need for decarbonization is becoming more urgent. At the same time, the traditional energy system is struggling with flexibility, storage, and infrastructure bottlenecks. This session will explore what Energy Supply 2.0 looks like - how we can build a smarter, more resilient, and distributed energy system that ensures affordability, security, and sustainability.

​What’s up for discussion?

• ​How will the surge in electricity demand from AI, EVs, and industrial electrification reshape energy systems?

• ​What role will smart grids and real-time energy management play in ensuring resilience?

• ​How can energy markets evolve to reward flexibility and storage while maintaining affordability?

• ​What are the biggest scaling challenges (deployment speed, policy, infrastructure) preventing Energy 2.0 from materializing?

• ​How should governments, corporates, and investors collaborate to accelerate the transition?

​Dream outcome

​We want this session to catalyze partnerships, investment opportunities, and real-world action toward a more resilient energy system. Ideally, this discussion will:

​Spark new connections between investors, founders, and industry players. Surface key market and technology gaps that need innovation. Lead to concrete follow-ups: whether investment discussions, strategic partnerships, or regulatory initiatives that accelerate Energy Supply 2.0.

​Who should attend?

• ​Founders & entrepreneurs in energy flexibility, AI-driven grid tech, storage, and renewables

• ​Investors & VCs in climate tech and energy transition

• ​Utility and grid operators looking to understand the future of energy demand

• ​Policy leaders & regulators shaping energy market rules and infrastructure investments

• ​Corporates & industrial players managing high energy demand and decarbonization goals