# Ep 6: What Does The Energy Transition Mean for Software? With Sara Bergman

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Published: 2026-05-07T08:06:19+00:00
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## Resource

Shownotes Discover how the rapid shift from fossil fuels to renewables, especially solar and wind, is shaping the tech industry and global economy. Hosted by Anne Currie and Sara Bergman, this episode explores the exponential growth of renewable energy, the role of software in optimizing energy use, and the geopolitical and environmental implications of this transition. Main insights: The exponential rise of solar energy generation and its implications The importance of grid management and energy storage solutions in a renewable-powered world How different countries are adopting strategies like East-West data centers in China and time-of-use tariffs in India to optimize renewable energy consumption The role of software in enabling carbon-aware computing and energy efficiency Challenges and opportunities of integrating variable renewable sources into the energy mix The historical context of fossil fuels as first gear in industrial development and the move towards more complex, resilient energy systems Innovations like balcony solar panels and plug-in solar devices, and their potential for widespread adoption The geopolitical considerations, including nuclear debates in Sweden and France's energy independence How increasing renewable infrastructure can accelerate economic development, especially in Afric a Shownotes and transcript #tech #podcast #softwareengineering #AI #sustainability #green #software #distributedsystems

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