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Data Center Summit (Mid-Atlantic) at HOK

Data Center Summit (Mid-Atlantic)

A summit for policymakers, investors, operators, and industry firms addressing data center power, regulation, water, cooling, and resource optimization.

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December 2, 2026 · 5 PM – 8:30 PM

HOK, Washington · From $500 ·

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Explore Mid-Atlantic data center challenges involving grid capacity, policy, water use, cooling, and environmental impact.

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Organizer’s description

This summit is designed for policymakers, investors, hyperscalers, owners and operators, and leading design and construction firms, as well as technology providers advancing onsite power generation and next-generation solutions in water, cooling, and data center resource optimization. Power Constraints & Grid CapacityExplosive demand for data centers—especially in Loudoun County—is straining the electric grid, creating challenges around interconnection timelines, transmission upgrades, and access to reliable, scalable power. Policy, Zoning & Regulatory UncertaintyPolicymakers across the Mid-Atlantic are reevaluating zoning rules, tax incentives, and permitting frameworks, creating a shifting landscape for investors, developers, and operators. Water Usage, Cooling & Environmental ImpactData centers require significant water and advanced cooling systems, raising concerns about sustainability and resource management while driving demand for innovative water, cooling, and efficiency technologies.

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