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Panel: Behind the Meter Impacts - How do new power dynamics affect data center development?
To address the various bottlenecks in securing power, as well as to adhere to more regulatory demands, data centers are working to reduce reliance on traditional utility timelines. However, these approaches also introduce new technical, commercial, and regulatory considerations. This panel will examine how behind-the-meter solutions are reshaping data center development strategies and what their growing adoption means for the future of digital infrastructure.
- What is driving increased interest in behind-the-meter power solutions among data center developers and operators?
- How do on-site generation, energy storage, and alternative power arrangements influence project timelines, economics, and site selection decisions?
- What technical, commercial, and regulatory challenges must be addressed to scale behind-the-meter energy strategies effectively?