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Victoria Meyer discusses the impact of AI on the energy and petrochemical landscape with Amy Jaffe from NYU.

Real decisions. Trusted peers. The Chemical Executive Mastermind. Learn more and apply. AI’s rapid growth is transforming the energy landscape, sparking critical questions about grid reliability, electricity costs, and future solutions. Host Victoria Meyer talks with Amy Myers Jaffe of NYU to discuss how data centers are pressuring regional grids, why battery storage and grid flexibility matter, and what new market rules could mean for consumers and industry. The conversation highlights how AI can also drive innovation in materials and manufacturing for the chemical industry, pointing to both challenges and opportunities as energy demand and technology reshape the sector. Additional Links: Top Risk Trends for Chemicals, Energy, & Mining in 2026 Subscribe to The Chemical Show on YouTube Join Victoria and Julie this week as they explore the following topics: Evolving from journalist to global energy thought leader. AI’s Energy Impact: increasing and shifting electricity demand Batteries and AI are enabling smarter, more flexible energy management. Rising electricity costs spark debate on fair pricing structures. AI fuels chemical innovation and advances sustainable…

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Host: Victoria Meyer

Guest: Amy Jaffe

Topics covered

• AI in energy
• grid reliability
• electricity costs
• battery storage
• chemical innovation
• sustainable manufacturing

Keywords

• grid flexibility
• AI
• energy landscape
• electricity demand
• chemical industry
• battery technology
• sustainable practices

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Organizations: NYU

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