Powering the AI Economy
About this Event
The Powering the AI Economy: Energy, Innovation, and Investment Across California, Spain, and Europe, organized by the California-Spain Chamber of Commerce, will bring together leaders from the energy, technology, investment, and academic sectors from California and Spain in San Francisco. The event will explore the key challenges and opportunities of the energy transition in a context shaped by the rapid growth of artificial intelligence and data centers.
Designed as a bridge between both ecosystems, the event aims to foster collaboration between companies, startups, investors, and research institutions to accelerate innovation in the energy sector.
Key topics will include:
- The impact of AI-driven demand growth and data centers on power systems and grid stability
- Regulatory frameworks in California and Spain, including recent system challenges and lessons learned
- Financing the energy transition through PPAs and green finance solutions
- Innovation in energy and sustainability, with participation from emerging startups
The Energy Event 2026 will strengthen ties between the Spanish energy ecosystem and California’s innovation landscape, promoting international collaboration to advance a more resilient and sustainable energy future.
Agenda
🕑: 08:30 AM - 09:00 AM
Registration & Welcome Coffee
🕑: 09:00 AM - 09:30 AM
Welcome & Keynote Sponsor Speech
Info: Opening remarks introducing the event and Keynote Speech.
🕑: 09:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Keynote Session: AI Leaders
🕑: 10:00 AM - 10:45 AM
Panel 1: AI, Data Centers & the Energy Grid
Info: AI-driven power demand growth, grid stress, and data centers.
🕑: 11:00 AM - 11:45 AM
Panel 2: Regulatory Framework & Lessons Learned
Info: Energy regulation for data centers in California and liberalized markets, with lessons from Spain's blackout.
🕑: 11:45 AM - 12:30 PM
Panel 3: Financing the Energy Transition
Info: How to finance AI-driven energy demand — PPAs and renewable investment.
🕑: 12:30 AM - 01:15 PM
Panel 4: Innovation in Energy
Info: Startup innovation in energy, sustainability, and AI from top West Coast and Spanish institutions.
🕑: 01:30 PM - 02:30 PM
Networking Lunch
Where is it happening?
Event Location & Nearby Stays:
USD 28.45
