In this episode of Groundbreaking, hosts Jad Sobh and Peter Nabhan engage with industry experts Nando Gomez, Mark Vitner, and Derek Clyburn to discuss the current state and future of the AEC industry, particularly in relation to energy policies and economic implications. The conversation covers key priorities for the AEC industry, the impact of the new administration on energy policies, the role of engineering in energy development, and the integration of AI in the industry. The experts emphasize the importance of a diverse energy portfolio, the potential of small modular reactors, and the need for workforce development in engineering.