“The modern military’s power needs are growing more complex with each passing year. The rapidly changing dynamics of warfare, driven by technological advancements and evolving operational strategies, are reshaping how power is used, distributed, and sustained on the battlefield. This shift, coupled with federal mandates to reduce reliance on fossil fuels, is placing increased pressure on military leaders to rethink energy and power systems. The challenge is no longer just about generating power; it’s about how to deliver it efficiently, flexibly, and rapidly to dispersed units in the field.
Today’s battlefield requires power for an abundance of new technology and equipment, and this shift will require a combination of grid power, fuel-based generators, and battery-electric energy. We’re not just talking about radios or computers anymore; today’s battlefields involve electric vehicles, drones, broadband connectivity, and even electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft, all of which need power, and lots of it. Throw EV [electric vehicle] mandates for nontactical vehicles into the mix and the challenge becomes even more complex, driving greater need for electricity and battery storage to support both installation and operational energy.”
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