Register Now for the 2026 Georgia AI Data Center Leadership Summit Conference – Aug 12 – Aug 13, 2026 – Atlanta, GA
August 12–13, 2026
Atlanta, GA
Atlanta, Georgia
Georgia at a Turning Point: Delivering Power, Infrastructure and Trust for AI Growth
As AI data center development accelerates across Georgia and the Southeast, the focus has shifted from demand to delivery. Power availability, utility timelines, grid interconnection, permitting, connectivity, cooling, and community trust are among the critical factors shaping the next generation of AI infrastructure.
The Georgia AI Data Center Leadership Summit is a closed-door forum that brings together senior leaders responsible for moving AI infrastructure projects from site selection to energization.
Summit Format
- Closed-door event for senior leaders representing utilities, regulators, hyperscalers, developers, investors, operators, and infrastructure partners.
- No media attendance to encourage open discussion.
- Chatham House Rule applies, allowing participants to use shared information without attributing comments to specific individuals or organizations.
Conference Topics
- Power availability and utility timelines
- Time to power and grid interconnection planning
- Grid upgrades and cost allocation
- Procurement strategies and delivery risk
- Cooling, water, and operational readiness
- Connectivity and time to service
- Permitting, community engagement, and public trust
- Grid power versus on-site generation
- Infrastructure planning and delivery strategies for 2026–2030
Discussions will focus on the practical challenges affecting AI infrastructure projects, including scheduling, procurement, utility coordination, permitting, and long-term operational planning.
