How can we scale the world's data infrastructure without accelerating the planet's energy and emissions crisis? As digital services expand and AI workloads surge, data centers are becoming critical engines of innovation—and major drivers of electricity demand. This session examines the frontier of sustainable digital infrastructure, from advanced cooling and green-energy integration to next-generation decarbonization pathways. Explore what it takes to balance rapid technological growth with environmental responsibility and resilient energy systems.

Speakers

• Ann Mettler, Center on Global Energy Policy, Columbia University

• Atul Arya, Chief Energy Strategist, S&P Global

• Chase Lochmiller, Co-Founder & CEO, Crusoe

• David Gelles, Correspondent, New York Times

• Jason Bordoff, Founding Director, Center on Global Energy Policy at Columbia University's School of International and Public Affairs