Data Center POWER eXchange October 28, 2025 – Denver
Data Center POWER eXchange (DPX) is the first forum to bring together utilities, data center operators, policymakers, and investors to tackle the critical energy challenges posed by the rapid expansion of AI, hyperscale data centers, and cloud computing.
The future of data centers is unfolding at an unprecedented pace, and with it comes a massive surge in electricity consumption. If you’re in the energy, infrastructure, or data management sectors, you can’t afford to miss this event. Join us as we dive deep into the opportunities, trends, challenges, and solutions shaping the power demands of the digital age.
What is DPX?
Data Center POWER eXchange is a first-of-its-kind summit addressing the critical energy challenges posed by the rapid expansion of AI, data centers, and cloud computing. The event will provide a mission-critical platform for industry leaders to explore grid integration strategies, power generation solutions, and innovative technologies that ensure sustainable and reliable energy for digital infrastructure growth.
The inaugural DPX program will feature a groundbreaking lifecycle framework to address the collision between data center growth and grid modernization. Structured around three critical phases—Site Selection, Development, and Operations—the agenda integrates cross-sector dialogue, regulatory alignment, and technical innovation.
Topics will include:
The $2T Challenge: How Power and Data Center Leaders Align on Growth and Reliability
Grid Modernization Under Pressure – Siting, Supply Chains, and Transmission Gaps
Fixing the Front Door: Reforming Interconnection Queues for Speed and Clarity
Streamlining Permitting & Regulatory Alignment
Advancing On-Site Power & Dispatchable Generation
Financing the Future: Monetizing Resilience and Managing Policy Risk
AI-Driven Grid Modernization & Predictive Forecasting
Designing Resilient Sites: Colocation, Edge, and Water Strategy
Integrating State Regulatory Innovation: Forward Planning for Data Center Load Growth
Planning in Crisis Mode: What If the Power Doesn’t Show Up?
Collaborative Infrastructure Planning & Trust-Building
Federal Action & Industry Synthesis: Transmission, Permitting, and Policy Outlook
Who Should Attend?
The conference will bring together key stakeholders from across the power and digital infrastructure sectors, including:
Utilities, grid operators (ISOs & RTOs), and energy providers – Managing transmission constraints, generation capacity, and grid resilience.
Data center operators and hyperscale developers – Addressing power reliability, sustainability, and long-term energy procurement strategies.
Policymakers and regulatory leaders – Shaping infrastructure investment, grid modernization, and equitable cost allocation.
Power generation solution providers, technology providers, and energy innovators – Showcasing solutions for efficiency, grid flexibility, energy storage, and cybersecurity.
Investors and industry strategists – Identifying opportunities in power infrastructure, renewable integration, and next-generation energy solutions.
Speakers will include top executives, policymakers, and researchers leading the conversation on grid planning, power generation, and digital energy solutions.
Why Attend?
Access Exclusive Insights: Gain critical insights into load growth forecasts to plan for future power demands.
Hear from Industry Leaders: Learn from energy experts, policymakers, and data center operators navigating these challenges.
Strategize for the Future: Position your business to stay ahead of power constraints, price shifts, and sustainability mandates.
Network with Key Decision-Makers: Connect with industry leaders driving innovation and investment in energy infrastructure and data center solutions.
Be part of the solution: Help shape the roadmap for effectively powering data centers, securing national leadership in AI development, and ensuring affordable electricity for all.
Discover Innovative Solutions: Explore cutting-edge power generation and energy technologies from top suppliers shaping the future of data center energy.
The inaugural DPX program will feature a groundbreaking lifecycle framework to address the collision between data center growth and grid modernization. Structured around three critical phases—Site Selection, Development, and Operations—the agenda integrates cross-sector dialogue, regulatory alignment, and technical innovation.
Check back for updates – additional details and speakers will be added as they are finalized.
Opening Keynote: Fireside Dialogue
8:00 AM – 9:00 AM
The $2T Challenge: How Power and Data Center Leaders Align on Growth and Reliability
This foundational dialogue between senior utility and hyperscaler leaders sets the stage for DPX 2025 by spotlighting the unprecedented surge in AI-driven data center power demand and the critical question of who pays for the massive infrastructure investments required…
Lifecycle Phase 1: Site Selection
9:00 AM – 9:45 AM
Grid Modernization Under Pressure – Siting, Supply Chains, and Transmission Gaps
Chair: Evan Pierce (EdgeConneX)
As power-hungry data center loads surge…
9:45 AM – 10:30 AM
Fixing the Front Door: Reforming Interconnection Queues for Speed and Clarity
Chair: Jose Daniel Lara (NREL)
As interconnection delays stretch to years…
10:30 AM – 11:00 AM
Networking Break & Solutions Showcase
Lifecycle Phase 2: Development
11:00 AM – 11:45 AM
Streamlining Permitting & Regulatory Alignment
Chair: Maria Faconti (K&L Gates)
Permitting delays and regulatory fragmentation…
11:45 AM – 12:30 PM
Advancing On-Site Power & Dispatchable Generation
Chair: Megan Reusser (Burns & McDonnell)
As grid constraints tighten…
12:30 PM – 1:00 PM
Financing the Future: Monetizing Resilience and Managing Policy Risk
Chair: Sean Lev
Navigating tax policy shifts…
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Networking Lunch & Solutions Showcase
Open networking alongside a curated set of infrastructure solution providers…
Lifecycle Phase 3: Operations
2:00 PM – 2:45 PM
AI-Driven Grid Modernization & Predictive Forecasting
Chair: Jay Shah (Amazon)
AI is revolutionizing load forecasting and grid operations…
2:45 PM – 3:30 PM
Designing Resilient Sites: Colocation, Edge, and Water Strategy
Proposed Chair: Ravi Pasula (Equinix)
Explore how modular design, edge computing…
3:30 PM – 4:00 PM
Networking Break & Solutions Showcase
Forward Planning—Markets, Trust, and Risk Allocation
4:00 PM – 4:30 PM
Integrating State Regulatory Innovation: Forward Planning for Data Center Load Growth
Chair: Lisa Youngers (POWER)
High-growth states are pioneering regulatory models…
4:30 PM – 5:00 PM
Planning in Crisis Mode: What If the Power Doesn’t Show Up?
Chair: Sonal Patel (POWER)
As surging load demand collides with sluggish infrastructure timelines…
5:00 PM – 5:30 PM
Closing Keynote: Federal Action & Industry Synthesis: Transmission, Permitting, and Policy Outlook
Gain a forward-looking perspective from senior DOE or FERC officials…
6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Networking Reception
