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From Moonshot to Mainstream: Greg Manuel on scaling smarter energy systems


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The world’s largest machine, the electricity grid, is due for a radical upgrade.

In this episode of Line of Sight, Charlotte Kan speaks with Greg Manuel, Head of Climate and Energy Commercialization at Google X, about how AI, systems thinking, and bold collaboration can rewire our energy future.

They explore Tapestry, X’s moonshot platform that helps governments and grid operators unlock new efficiencies, speed up clean energy deployment, and build smarter, more equitable infrastructure. From wildfire forecasting to grid interconnectivity, Greg shares how technology can help us modernize energy systems, and why doing so is essential for climate resilience, economic competitiveness, and energy equity worldwide.

Additional Resources:

  • X (The Moonshot Factory)
  • Tapestry at X
  • Bellwether
  • Tapestry Website
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