The energy transition is accelerating, even as powerful economic, technological, and geopolitical forces reshape the path forward. Rising electricity demand, evolving energy security priorities, and rapid technology advances are creating new opportunities and challenges across the system. Drawing on the latest research from McKinsey, this session will explore where the transition stands today, how AI and data centers are contributing to demand growth, and the innovations redefining energy efficiency. Participants will gain a fact-based perspective on what it will take to build an energy system that balances affordability, reliability, resilience, and decarbonization. Lunch will be provided.