Opening General Session

Welcome CEO Address Recognition of Conference Planning Officers Disruptive Tech: The Unrecognizable New World of Tech and Culture AI, blockchain, self-driving cars, wearable tech, Internet of Things, delivery drones, the quantified self, augmented reality, Alexa/Siri/Google Home: the tech of our...
September 14, 2026

Welcome Reception

Kick off the conference with this opportunity to network and build lasting relationships in this relaxed setting. Enjoy music, food, and drinks while connecting with friends and colleagues. Be sure to get your Riverwalk Map stamped!
September 13, 2026
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Generation

New Mexico Data Center Project to Utilize Bloom Energy Fuel Cells

Oracle and BorderPlex Digital Assets in late April announced Project Jupiter will utilize Bloom Energy fuel cells to fully power the artificial intelligence data center campus in Doña Ana County, New Mexico.
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Generation

Company Unveils Plans for 3,000-MW Natural Gas Power Plant in Virginia

Dominion Energy on May 7 announced plans for a new 3,000-megawatt combined cycle natural gas power station in Cumberland County, Virginia.
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Electricity Markets

Complaint Filed at FERC Challenges PJM Rules Tied to Data Center-Driven Transmission Costs

The PJM Interconnection’s rules for assigning regional transmission costs driven by data centers violate the Federal Power Act and will unfairly inflate Marylanders’ electric bills, the Maryland Office of People’s Counsel said in a complaint filed May 7 at the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission.
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Energy Storage

TVA Signs Agreement with Tenaska Affiliate for 225-MW Storage Project

Bobwhite Energy Storage has signed a long-term energy storage agreement with Tennessee Valley Authority for a 225-megawatt/900-megawatt hour storage project in East Tennessee.