ABB and Boston Consulting Group (BCG) publish a report arguing that direct current (DC) technologies are taking on a larger role in future electricity systems. The report links renewed interest in DC to factors including rapid growth in AI computing, broader electrification, and the increasing share of renewable energy in power generation.
The report also frames DC as complementary to alternating current (AC), saying both technologies will be needed to meet rising electricity demand. It highlights the importance of establishing common standards across DC components and systems and developing DC-specific skills to help speed deployment. While the sources provided do not offer detailed numerical findings or policy proposals, they agree on the central thesis that grid modernization will require more DC solutions alongside continued use of AC infrastructure.
