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Powering AI: who wins when demand outpaces the grid?
About this event
AI is accelerating electricity demand while reshaping who has access to power and on what terms. As data centres scale rapidly, they are competing with industry, transport, and cities for clean, affordable electricity. The challenge is no longer understanding the strain; it’s managing the trade-offs between speed, cost, and sustainability in a constrained system. This shift is redrawing the boundaries of the energy market. From private power deals and grid prioritisation to AI-enabled optimisation and 24/7 carbon-free electricity, new models are emerging fast. Power is becoming the dividing line; who secures it, how it is delivered, and who is left behind. When demand outpaces the grid, who wins?
Event details
- Date
- Sep 21, 2026
- Format
- In-person
- Location
- New York, United States
- Focus area
- Sustainability
- Cost
- Listed on the event site
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