The article discusses the significant power demand growth and the need for breakthrough technologies to address this challenge. Gordon Feller highlights the influx of funding over the past years into companies focusing on innovative solutions to mitigate the negative impacts of gas consumption. Notably, the Department of Energy's ARPA-E plays a crucial role in advancing early-stage energy technologies that could revolutionize energy generation, storage, and usage. ARPA-E's emphasis on 'small renewable molecules' like DME and renewable propane indicates a shift towards greener fuel sources. Jack Lewnard's insights on drop-in fuels and the potential of renewable propane offer hope for a low-carbon future. However, challenges loom for the U.S. power industry, with Wood Mackenzie's report underlining the complex dynamics of electricity demand growth, influenced by data centers, manufacturing, and electrification trends. Despite progress in renewable energy, the article also touches on the concerning shortfall in meeting global renewable energy targets by 2030, reinforcing the urgency for accelerated innovation and adoption of sustainable energy solutions.