This comes on the heels of Nexans’ Innovation Summit, held in Toronto, which brought together global leaders from energy, policy, finance, and technology to address one of the defining challenges of our time: how to expand and modernize transmission infrastructure to meet surging electricity demand in the era of AI, electrified transport, and digital growth.
A new era of electrification
Transmission as the strategic enabler
Transmission as the strategic enabler
Electrification of tomorrow
12 November 2025
2 min
The energy transition is no longer a distant goal — it is happening now. Across transport, industry, and digital systems, electricity demand is accelerating, and transmission infrastructure sits at the heart of this transformation. The ability to build, connect, and scale energy systems at pace will define the next chapter of global electrification.
Yet, significant barriers remain. From permitting complexity and supply chain pressures to workforce readiness and institutional coordination, overcoming these challenges is critical to unlocking the full potential of a modernized power grid.
This white paper brings together the strategic insights and data that decision-makers need to navigate a rapidly evolving energy landscape. It provides a clear perspective on grid modernization, regulatory reform, and the strategic role of transmission in driving renewable energy integration.
Key insights shaping energy strategy
- Transmission as a strategic asset: Over 2,600 GW of energy projects are currently delayed in U.S. interconnection queues, highlighting how grid constraints influence investor risk and enterprise energy planning.
- Urgency of regulatory reform: Streamlining permitting processes could unlock more than 1,500 GW of renewable capacity globally by 2030.
- Cable supply chain readiness: Lead times for high-voltage cables have doubled since 2020, making supply chain localization and innovation a top priority.
- Emerging business models: New “Transmission-as-a-Service” (TaaS) offerings and grid-enhancing technologies are redefining how capital and innovation flow into the electricity system.
White paper
A New Era of Electrification: Transmission as the Strategic Enabler
Download the white paperWhy transmission is the foundation for the future
Transmission is no longer just a technical necessity — it is a strategic enabler for competitiveness, resilience, and energy equity. This white paper provides guidance for investors, policymakers, and enterprise leaders on treating transmission as a key driver of sustainable growth rather than a constraint.
As electrified transport, AI-driven digital systems, and industrial electrification reshape energy demand, modernized transmission infrastructure becomes critical to achieving decarbonization goals and building a resilient, future-ready energy grid.
Download the white paper to discover how transmission is powering the next chapter of electrification and unlocking the full potential of the energy transition in North America and beyond.
