TAO Energy Innovation Summit

The Great Transformation: A Data Center and Energy Innovation Summit

Great Transformation - Energy Innovation & The Modern Grid
July 10, 2025
- 2:00pm to 6:00pm
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Riverhouse Lodge 3075 N. Business 97 Bend, OR 97703
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About the Event

This is an exclusive event, hosted by TAO focused on Energy Innovation & AI in Data Centers. This gathering will bring together State and Local government officials, cleantech energy innovators, data center operators, and key suppliers to explore the intersection of sustainable energy solutions and the growing demands of AI-driven infrastructure. Through engaging discussions and networking opportunities, we’ll dive into the latest advancements in energy-efficient data centers, policy initiatives, and cutting-edge innovations shaping the future of AI and sustainability. Whether you’re a public official, project developer, or executive navigating the next wave of clean tech and digital infrastructure, this event offers a unique opportunity to connect, learn, and lead.
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What to Expect

This half-day program will explore the rapidly evolving landscape where artificial intelligence, data centers, and clean energy solutions converge—highlighting the economic potential, community impact, and technological advancements shaping the future.
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Key Topics Include

  • The economics of AI and its growing energy footprint
  • The role of data centers in regional development and sustainability
  • Microgrids and distributed generation as resilient infrastructure solutions
  • Energy storage innovations and grid modernization
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    • Sponsorship Opportunities Available

    Contact Ashley Kmiecik (ashley.kmiecik@techoregon.org) if you're interested in sponsoring this event!

    TAO Energy Innovation Summit
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    ‍Event Registration Cost of $75 per person includes:

    • Full access to all programming
    • Food & beverage
    • Networking opportunities
    • A registration fee of $75 is required to attend this event. Payment will be collected at time of registration.

    Event Program Overview

    1:30 - 2:00PM: Attendee Registration and Check-in
    2:00 - 2:30PM: Fireside Chat:  AI-Driven Demand for Compute Energy
    • Welcome Address:  Skip Newberry, President & CEO of TAO
    • Moderator:  Rami Khouri, VP and GM, Data Center & AI Group, Intel
    • Brandon Oyer, Head of Americas, Power & Water, AWS
    • Ryan Flynn, President, Pacific Power
    2:30 - 2:45PM:  Lightening Talk
    • Dylan Sullivan, Energy Market Developer Strategic Negotiator, Google

    2:45 - 3:45PM: Dispatches from the Energy Transition:  Meeting Energy Demand for Data Centers

    • Co-Host:  Robert W. Cross, Principal, Cross Consulting
    • Co-Host: Lucas Miller, Senior Engineering Consultant, Mayfield Renewables
    • Adib Nasle, Co-Founder & CEO, Xendee
    • Jason Carver, P.E.  Director of Engineering, Ameresco
    • Nathan Hill, Head of Energy Policy, Amazon
    3:45 - 4:00PM:  Lightening Talks
    • Antonie Jetter, CEO of Powerize Northwest
    • Mike Klasen, Sr. Director of Commercial Innovation, ZincFive
    4:00- 5:00PM: Ask Mayfield Anything:  Commercialization of Microgrids
    • Host:  Ryan Mayfield, Founder & SME, Mayfield Renewables
    • Bobby Butler, Account Manager, Elm Microgrid
    • Les Perkins, Oregon Public Utility Commissioner, Oregon LUC
    • Jon Miller, Development Director - Renewables, McKinstry
    5:00 - 6:00PM:  Networking Reception
    • Closing Remarks:  Robert W. Cross, Principal, Cross Consulting

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