The Next Era of Utilities Innovation

The 5 Priorities Defining the Future of Utilities

Utilities sit at the center of the energy transition — but the challenge is bigger than switching to renewables.

Rising demand, distributed energy resources, and extreme weather are forcing a complete redesign of the power system. Leaders must balance reliability today with long-term transformation.

In The Next Era of Utilities Innovation, Lux Research identifies the five priorities shaping how utilities are investing, innovating, and competing:

• Grid-edge innovation and DER management
• Low-carbon power generation strategies
• Resilience and reliability under growing stress
• Smarter asset management
• Anticipating and capturing new demand

Based on analysis of global utilities and direct input from innovation leaders, this report provides a clear, data-driven view of where the sector is heading.

If you’re responsible for strategy, investment, or innovation, this is essential reading to align your roadmap with where the industry is actually going.