NextNRG Featured in Forbes as a Solution to Food System Energy Challenges
Miami, FL, Dec. 16, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- NextNRG, Inc. (NASDAQ: NXXT), a leader in AI-driven energy solutions, has been spotlighted in a recent Forbes article addressing critical energy challenges in the global food supply chain. The article highlights the escalating energy burdens associated with cold storage and temperature-controlled operations, an area where NextNRG's innovative technologies are positioned to provide essential solutions.
Understanding the Growing Energy Burden
The Forbes coverage stresses that the food infrastructure is increasingly vulnerable to several challenges, including:
- Rising demand charges for energy.
- Unpredictable power costs.
- Operational risks stemming from power outages.
These factors can directly affect inventory integrity, food safety, and the economics of managing perishable goods. According to the article, NextNRG is at the forefront, developing practical solutions that integrate on-site generation, advanced energy storage, and intelligent energy management to stabilize costs and protect vital operations.
CEO Michael D. Farkas on Industry Pressures
Michael D. Farkas, Chief Executive Officer of NextNRG, emphasized the importance of reliable energy for cold storage facilities: "Cold storage and temperature-controlled facilities cannot operate without reliable, predictable power." He noted that the article brings to light a pressing reality: food operators are grappling with increasing energy costs while striving for operational resilience.
Farkas added, "Our technology enables these facilities to mitigate volatility, enhance reliability, and align with long-term sustainability goals."
NextNRG's Innovative Energy Solutions
NextNRG's platform is specifically engineered for high-demand, mission-critical facilities, offering measurable benefits such as:
- Lower total electricity costs.
- Reduced peak demand exposure.
- Enhanced resilience against outages.
- Decreased reliance on carbon-intensive backup generators.
The coverage in Forbes further aligns with broader momentum in NextNRG's development pipeline, illustrating the growing demand for integrated energy systems across various customer segments.
About NextNRG, Inc.
NextNRG Inc. (NXXT) is dedicated to "Powering What's Next" by leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) within utility infrastructure, battery storage, and renewable energy solutions. Central to its strategy is the Next Utility Operating System®, which optimizes both new and existing infrastructure across microgrids and utilities.
NextNRG's smart microgrids cater to a diverse range of sectors, including commercial, healthcare, and government, delivering cost savings and promoting sustainability.
Forward-Looking Statements
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