Future Grid & AI Data Centres Europe 2026 convenes senior stakeholders from across Europe’s energy, digital infrastructure, grid and data centre ecosystem. This summit will examine how power systems, grid capacity, permitting pathways, data centre deployment and AI-driven compute demand align to unlock scalable, reliable, low-carbon infrastructure across the region.

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The speaker programme is designed to provide a strategic, practical and evidence-led perspective on the delivery, commercial models, regulatory frameworks and technology deployments shaping Europe’s grid and AI-focused digital infrastructure future. Sessions will prioritise real-world experience, bankable delivery models, and actionable insights that drive decisions from ambition to implementation.

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Speaker Representation

FGDC Europe will feature contributions from senior leaders and practitioners across key sectors, including:

• Transmission & Distribution Operators — grid planning, congestion management, interconnection reform

• Utilities & Power Producers — generation strategy, flexibility markets, carbon-free pathways

• Data Centre Operators & Hyperscalers — power procurement, high-density design, resiliency standards

• AI Infrastructure Leaders — compute demand forecasting, site selection, energy optimisation

• Renewable & Storage Developers — 24/7 carbon-free energy strategies, hybrid assets, PPAs

• Investors, Lenders & Financial Advisors — project financing, risk structuring, de-risking frameworks

• Technology Providers & Integrators — power management, heat reuse, cooling solutions

• Government, Regulators & Policy Makers — permitting, market design, long-term systems planning

This multi-stakeholder representation ensures the programme captures the interdependencies between power systems, grid access, financing, and AI-ready infrastructure planning across Europe.

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Detailed speaker profiles and session assignments will be published as participants are confirmed. The programme will be updated regularly, so check back often for the latest faculty announcements.

If you would like to nominate a speaker, propose a panel, or discuss keynote participation, please contact our Programme Team.

Speaker Enquiries: holnam@leader-associates.com