Data Center World POWER brought together the leaders that shape energy and infrastructure. Dive into the electrifying discussions that dominated this POWERful gathering—from sustainable energy solutions and grid optimization to resilient infrastructure designs that are revolutionizing the industry.

1. Alternative Power & Next-Gen Energy Solutions
   Exploring alternative power sources (hydrogen fuel cells, SMRs, microgrids) gives you a look ahead at how data centers will stay resilient in a carbon-constrained, reliability-focused future.
2. Grid Modernization & Power Procurement for Hyperscalers
   With hyperscale demand rising fast, learning how to work with utilities, upgrade infrastructure, and secure power contracts is critical.
3. Behind-the-Meter Power Strategies & Onsite Generation
   “Behind the meter,” onsite power generation, and self-generation tactics allow operators to reduce dependency on the grid, improve power reliability, and control operational costs.
4. Battery Storage, Backup Power & Resilience Solutions
   Dive deep into what it takes to build robust backup systems—battery storage, backup generators, conditioned power—and how these underpin uptime and reliability.
5. Energy Efficiency, Automation & AI-Driven Optimization
   How data centers can use automation, AI, and advanced cooling to lower energy use, reduce heat loads, and operate more sustainably—both good for the planet and the bottom line.
6. Regulatory, Compliance & Policy Insights
   Navigating environmental regulation, policy change, permitting, and compliance is increasingly complex—and those who stay ahead gain a competitive advantage and reduce risk.
7. Real-World Case Studies: SMRs, Load Flexibility & Construction-Phase Power
   Sessions on topics like “Deploying SMRs Now,” “Flex or Famine: The Power to Accelerate AI with Load Flexibility,” and “From Dirt to Distribution: Phasing Power through the Build Cycle” offer hands-on lessons—what works, what costs, what timelines look like.
8. Networking Events & Experiential Learning
   Between golf outings, opening receptions, speed networking, round tables, and the AFCOM breakfast, attendees can build relationships with peers, experts, suppliers—connections that often lead to collaboration or innovation.
9. Site Tour of Southwest Research Institute
   The behind-the-scenes look at labs working on hydrogen energy, next-generation cooling, and resilient power systems is rare access. It lets attendees see experimental or early-stage tech in action and imagine applying it.
10. Expo Floor & Innovations from Over 50 Exhibitors
    Over 50 solution providers will be there showcasing the tools, hardware, software, and services powering the future—giving attendees a chance to compare, test, and discover innovations that can be applied immediately.