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10.06.25
5 Energy Trends Shaping the Future of the Midwest
By Amanda Susag, Director of Events, FMWF Chamber
Energy trends like nuclear, grid modernization and innovation are defining the Midwest’s future. Learn how they affect your business and community.
Energy powers every part of life and business, from keeping the lights on in the office to running critical equipment and technology. Most days you don’t think about it, but when costs rise or systems fail, the impact is immediate. Across the Midwest, energy is shifting in ways that will affect every business. Understanding these energy trends now will help leaders prepare for what’s ahead.
Here are five key energy trends shaping our region:
1. Nuclear Energy Is Back in the Conversation
New technologies and safety innovations are bringing nuclear energy back into the conversation as a reliable, low-carbon source. Businesses that rely on stable, affordable power should watch closely as this option gains momentum in the Midwest.
2. Grid Modernization Matters
Every time you flip a switch, process a payment or log on to the cloud, you’re depending on the grid. Yet, the system we have wasn’t built for today’s demands. Modernization efforts will influence how resilient your operations are, recovery from outages, and how businesses adapt to electric vehicles and renewable integration.
3. Climate Resilience Will Shape Your Risk Strategy
Floods, storms and extreme weather are disruptions that can delay projects, damage assets and impact customers. Climate resilience is an energy trend that directly impacts risk management. Businesses that plan for these realities will be better positioned to protect operations and support stronger, more resilient communities.
4. Energy Growth Drives Workforce Opportunity
Energy’s future is as much about people as it is about technology. Every new project creates jobs, training opportunities and workforce pipelines that expand across industries. For employers, energy expansion will influence the talent pool and future workforce development.
5. Innovation Is Transforming Competition
Hydrogen, AI forecasting and advanced storage solutions are no longer distant concepts. These innovations are changing how businesses manage costs, streamline operations and remain competitive.
From Energy Trends to Action: Your Next Step
These energy trends are already influencing costs, reliability, workforce and growth across our region. The Midwest Energy Summit is your chance to get ahead of the curve, understand the forces reshaping the market and connect with the leaders driving change.
Join us on Wednesday, Nov. 19, 2025 at the Red River Valley Fairgrounds – Butler Machinery Arena in West Fargo, N.D., to explore these issues in depth. Don’t wait to react to these shifts after they’ve already hit your bottom line. Learn how to prepare now.
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