4 5 TABLE OF CONTENTS 4 The data and evidence in this report was developed by ADNOC and Atlantic Council in advance of ENACT DC to inform the discussion. All quotes from the event are unattributed. 1. Introduction 2. Executive summary 3. Responding to the short-term surge Maximizing the output of existing power generation capacity Raising the load and reliability of transmission infrastructure Enabling demand management from all users Delivering affordable energy for all 4. Delivering a smarter build-out for the long-term Optimally siting the next wave of infrastructure Building and funding a 21st century grid Creating a smart energy economy Accelerating next generation energy technologies 5. Solutions Appendix References 6 8 12 14 16 20 22 24 28 30 34 36 38 40 44 ENACT: A CATALYST FOR ENERGY ACTION ENACT convenes global leaders from energy, investment, and technology with the mission to catalyze energy action for the advancement of sustainable prosperity and human progress. It is a future-focused platform to solve global challenges, build bridges across sectors and geographies and seize new value creation opportunities. Rooted in Emirati identity and principles of inclusivity, openness and mutual respect, it convenes diverse voices to align action plans and accelerate solutions. The inaugural ENACT Majlis was held in Abu Dhabi in November 2024, where over 80 cross-sector leaders defined a five-point action agenda to help realize the transformative potential of AI.