Demand Growth: Planning for >40% load growth by 2040

EV charging, AI data centers, heat pumps - these aren’t distant trends; they’re reshaping load profiles right now. Some utilities project >40% peak load growth by 2040. Add in distributed energy resources (DERs), and yesterday’s underused feeders will be tomorrow's bottlenecks.

The old playbook of one-dimensional peak load forecasts isn’t enough. Scenario modeling, predictive analytics, and even non-wire alternatives like distributed storage can prevent costly upgrades while maintaining reliability.

KDM Engineering is currently supporting utilities, helping avoid millions in deferred outage costs, by accelerating reinforcements in high-growth corridors identified through five-year scenario planning. It’s proof that proactive insight saves both money and customer goodwill (and safety).

How are you using analytics or NWAs to prepare for demand surges in your region?

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