Challenges and Opportunities for Long-Duration Energy Storage (LDES) in Data Center Development

As data center development accelerates to meet surging AI demand, hyperscalers, utilities, and clean energy developers have become increasingly interested in how long duration energy storage (LDES) technologies can mitigate strain on the grid while supporting the unique power needs of AI data centers.

In this virtual panel discussion, experts will discuss deployment challenges such as siting and supply chain constraints, emerging regulatory developments, and the policy and market factors informing the complex interactions between hyperscalers, developers, and technology providers.

Speakers:

• Melissa Alfano, Senior Director of Energy Markets and Counsel, SEIA
• Anna J. Siefken, Director for Policy & Markets, LDES Council
• Mary Yang, COO and Senior Advisor, 804 Advisory
• Aric Saunders, EVP, Commercialization, Noon Energy

Original Air Date: July 8, 2026

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