
24 September 2025 • 2 minute read
Data Centers and the Future
Wednesday, September 24
As demand for digital infrastructure accelerates – driven by AI, cloud computing, and high-density workloads – the sustainability aspect of data centers has become a critical focus. This event featured two insightful panel discussions exploring how organizations are navigating water usage and energy procurement to meet business goals responsibly. Industry leaders shared real-world strategies, innovative technologies, and practical solutions for balancing reliability, affordability, and environmental impact.
Session highlights:
- In-depth analysis of water issues related to data center expansion
- Exploration of limiting factors and cutting-edge cooling technologies
- Real-world energy procurement strategies
- Balancing energy reliability with carbon free commitments
- Innovations in sourcing power for AI and high-density workloads
DLA Piper New York
1251 Avenue of the Americas
27th Floor
New York, NY 10020-1104
Directions
Questions?
Email Kimberly Risso for more information.
Speakers

DLA Piper

Digital Realty

DLA Piper

Divcon Controls

DLA Piper

Aligned Data Centers

Microsoft Infrastructure Legal Affairs
Agenda
10:00 am - 11:00 am ET - Water Usage and Innovation in the Water Space
11:00 am - 12:00 pm ET - Data Centers and Energy Procurement
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm ET - Networking lunch