2026 Energy Innovation Summit: Grid to Growth
About this Event
Can Ohio power the AI economy?
The rapid growth of AI infrastructure is reshaping the conversation around energy. As energy demand rises and data centers expand, questions around grid capacity, affordability, reliability, and sustainability are becoming increasingly urgent. At the same time, Ohio has a unique opportunity to capture the economic benefits of AI infrastructure growth.
Through innovation-driven programming and cross-sector engagement, the 2026 Energy Innovation Summit: Grid to Growth will explore the deployable technologies, policy incentives, and decisive leadership required to enhance grid resilience while fueling economic opportunity.
This focused, half-day conversation will bring together utility leaders, policy experts, energy founders, technology companies, manufacturers, and investors for candid conversations about the opportunities and challenges ahead.
Attendees will make meaningful cross-sector connections and leave with a clearer understanding of how energy innovation is shaping Ohio's economic future. Whether you're interested in showcasing your technology solution, sharing your perspective on AI infrastructure growth, or simply understanding more about Ohio's grid realities, the Energy Innovation Summit is your opportunity to participate in this critical energy moment.
Are you building a startup in grid resilience, energy storage, advanced cooling, or related energy technologies? Apply for our Startup Showcase! Selected founders will receive complimentary exhibit space to present their technologies to 250 utility, tech, and investor leaders.
The 2026 Energy Innovation Summit is hosted by , Ohio's only advanced energy incubator and accelerator. BRITE Energy Innovators is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with the mission of accelerating the advanced energy economy.
Sponsorship opportunities are available. Please contact Natalie Ryan ([email protected]) to learn more.
Agenda
🕑: 12:00 PM - 01:00 PM
Registration
🕑: 01:00 PM
Opening Remarks
🕑: 01:10 PM
Keynote Fireside Chat
🕑: 01:55 PM
Panel Programming
🕑: 02:40 PM - 03:00 PM
Networking Break
🕑: 03:00 PM - 04:45 PM
Panel Programming
🕑: 04:45 PM
Closing Remarks
🕑: 05:00 PM - 06:00 PM
Networking Happy Hour
Where is it happening?
Event Location & Nearby Stays:
USD 135.23
