As we head into 2025, the global energy sector is witnessing significant shifts driven by the need to charge large battery storage in vehicles. Four major trends are set to impact the industry: the rise of Small Modular Reactors (SMRs) as a nuclear alternative, the electrification of infrastructures like seaports and data centers, the emerging importance of the Energy-Water Nexus, and the push towards building more resilient power systems. SMRs, with their reliability and carbon-free energy generation, are attracting attention from tech giants like Amazon, Microsoft, and Google. Efforts to electrify infrastructures are underway, particularly in the EU where ships are mandated to connect to onshore power by 2030, reducing emissions from diesel generators. The Energy and Water Nexus is being addressed through industry programs like IEEE SA to understand the complex relationship between energy production and water consumption. Additionally, the industry is focusing on enhancing the resiliency of power systems in the face of evolving challenges. Standards like IEEE 1547.9 and IEEE 2686/2688 are guiding the development of energy storage systems to react effectively to unplanned events. The industry is moving towards a decentralized power model to meet the demands of modern society and to ensure a sustainable future.