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The American Data Centers Construction Forum Powered by TEADIT® in Houston, Texas is a leading data center construction conference, offering an exclusive opportunity to connect with data center general contractors, EPC contractors, developers, and owner-operators at one of the most anticipated data center industry events 2026.

This focused B2B data center event explores key innovations in data center site selection, commissioning, MEP systems, critical facility construction, cooling systems installation, power infrastructure, and Tier III / Tier IV data center construction, alongside trends in hyperscale, colocation, and edge data center development.

Experience a curated lineup of speakers, exhibitors, and delegates driving data center construction trends, investment, and next-generation digital infrastructure development.

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We’ve gathered leading global experts to share deep insights and strategies shaping the data center construction industry, including the evolution of hyperscale, colocation, and edge facility development.

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Discover cutting-edge data center infrastructure solutions shaping the future of the industry.

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Network with leading data center investors, infrastructure engineers, data center EPC contractors, and decision-makers. Build partnerships across data center construction, hyperscale and colocation development, and next-generation critical facility infrastructure.

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American Data Centers Construction Forum Powered by TEADIT®

The American Data Centers Construction Forum Powered by TEADIT® is a national platform dedicated to the energy, infrastructure, and innovation driving the next generation of U.S. data centers. Taking place in Houston, Texas, in October 2026, the event brings together Data Centers owners, utilities, EPCs, policymakers, and technology leaders to address the challenge of scaling digital infrastructure sustainably, efficiently, and at speed.

Join industry peers shaping how modern data centers are planned, built, and powered – aligning construction, energy strategy, and advanced technologies to meet the demands of an AI-driven future.

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Key American DC Construction Forum Topics

From navigating the complexities of AI-driven data center construction to exploring the latest data center construction trends, the American Data Centers Construction Forum Powered by TEADIT® in Houston, Texas addresses key challenges and opportunities across data center site selection, MEP systems, cooling, and power infrastructure. This leading data center construction conference brings together global experts to discuss HPC, cloud, and storage solutions—advancing efficient, scalable, and sustainable critical facility infrastructure for the digital economy.

The Land & Grid Logic: Where to Build and Why It’s Changing

• Power Sovereignty: Controlling energy supply vs relying on the grid
• Grid Risk Mapping: Comparing markets under ERCOT, PJM Interconnection, and CAISO
• Behind-the-Meter (BTM) Power Strategies: Onsite generation, private wire agreements, and co-location with generation assets
• Interconnection Queues & “Queue Arbitrage” Strategies
• Onsite Generation & Hybrid Power Models (Gas, Storage, Emerging Nuclear)
• Land Banking & Powered Shell Campuses
• Water Availability as a Site Constraint
• Beyond Traditional Sites: Floating Data Centers, Energy-Campus Co-Location & Alternative Siting Strategies

EPC War Stories: Delivering Projects in a Broken Supply Chain

• The Long-Lead Crisis: Transformers, switchgear, and generators
• Designing for Availability: Engineering around what you can get
• Factory-Integrated Systems & Pre-Assembled Equipment: Scaling factory-built mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems
• QA/QC in the Factory: Improving quality through controlled production environments
• Owner-Furnished Equipment (OFE) & Early Procurement Strategies
• Logistics & Reshoring: Navigating global and domestic supply constraints

The 2026 Labor Cliff: Industrializing the Job Site

• The Skilled Trade Crisis: Securing electricians and pipefitters at scale
• Industrialized Construction (DfMA): Moving from field-built to factory-assembled
• How Much Can Be Built Off-Site? Defining the modular tipping point
• Robotics & Automation on Active Job Sites
• Workforce Pipelines: Partnering with unions and technical schools
• Training for High-Voltage DC Environments

The Grid-Ready Paradox: Permitting, Policy & Public Pressure

• NEPA Timelines & Environmental Review Bottlenecks
• The “Kill Switch” Reality: Curtailment risk in markets like Texas
• Community Pushback (NIMBY): Rethinking design, noise, and visual impact
• Water Use Scrutiny & Cooling Innovation
• Data Centers as Critical Infrastructure: Regulatory implications for EPCs
• Fast-Track Permitting: Myth vs reality

The Second Life Challenge: Retrofitting for AI Workloads

• Structural Limits: Can existing floors support 3,000+ lb AI racks?
• Power Density Shock: Why Legacy Facilities Fail Beyond ~80-100 kW per Rack
• The Plumbing Pivot: Retrofitting liquid cooling and CDUs
• Live-Site Construction: Upgrading without downtime
• Scrap vs Retrofit: Decision frameworks for owners
• Brownfield Advantage: Leveraging existing grid and permits

Circular Construction: Building Net-Positive Data Centers

• District Heating: Exporting waste heat to cities and agriculture
• Low-Carbon Materials: Green steel and carbon-sequestering concrete
• 24/7 Carbon-Free Energy (CFE): Matching supply and demand in real time
• Water Positivity & Closed-Loop Cooling
• Circular Supply Chains & Design for Deconstruction
• Community Integration & Shared Infrastructure

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American DC Construction Forum Speakers:

Meet and learn from world-class speakers at the American Data Centers Construction Forum Powered by TEADIT® in Houston, Texas, where experts will share insights into data center infrastructure, data center commissioning, and MEP systems. Discover transformative advancements in machine learning (ML), data center cooling systems, and colocation data center construction.

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CHAIR OF THE EVENT
Khia Chukudebelu

GM, Datacenter Global Supply Chain & Procurement, Microsoft

Sid Janga

Senior Director, Land Development, Microsoft

Ahsan Yousufzai

Global Managing Director Energy, NVIDIA

Joseph Boccuzzi, Ph.D.

Head of 5G/6G End-2-End Systems, NVIDIA

Shilen Jhaveri

Program Manager, Data Center Capacity Planning, Google

Marc Bhuyan

Product Manager, Google

Shelley McCain

VP of Energy Strategy, Aligned Data Centers

Carlos Forero

Chief Operating Officer, ODATA – an Aligned Data Centers Company

Chris Hinkle

CEO, TRG Datacenters

Jeffrey Edwards

Senior Lease Construction Manager (AI Delivery), Microsoft

Scott Mason

Regional Administrator, EPA

Dado Slezak

Executive Vice President of Utility Innovation, QTS Data Centers

Asad Raza

Data Center Commissioning Manager, Amazon Web Services (AWS)

Sanjay Basu

Senior Director, Cloud Engineering, Oracle

Eric Hoegger

Senior Director, Power and Energy, CyrusOne

Aaron Drucker

Senior Commercial Director, McDermott International

Amit Prakash

Executive Director US Market Lead | Energy, NTT DATA Europe & LATAM

Amanda C. Duhon

VP & Regional Director, North & Central America, EIC

Fernando C. Hernandez

Chairman of the Board, Society for Low Carbon Technologies

Juliana Garaizar

Partner, Energybackers

Noah Fons

Senior Manager, Regional Economic Development, Greater Houston Partnership

Jon B. Brown

CEO, DCIP Group

Hadassa Lutz

Advisor, DCIP Group

Carolina Villegas

Sr Global Director, Business Development, EagleBurgmann

Cam Yearty

Manager Economic Development, CenterPoint Energy

Jean-Marc Denis

Chief Product Officer, Submer

Abdumalik Mirakhmedov

Founder and Executive President, GDA

Erik Norgren

VP of Development and Engineering, Prime Power

Pervez Siddique

Chief Development Officer, Prime Power

Radha Soorya

Senior Vice President Transmission, BrightNight

Ana Quelhas

EVP Hydrogen and Data Centers, EDP

Ben Jawdat

Founder & CEO, Revterra

Dave Lall

CEO, Ambit Polyurethane

Kirk Stalis

Director, Power Generation, Enerflex

Andy Steinhubl

Founding Board Member, Energy Abundance

Latrice Harkness

Director of Engineering, North American Electric Reliability Corporation

Moshe Bonder

Head of Origination, National Grid Ventures

Eduardo Ramirez Bettoni

Director of R&D, Powell Industries

Kyle B. Reynolds

President, American Association of Professional Landmen

Eric Rubenstein

Managing Partner, New Climate Ventures

Ron Mann

Vice President, Compu Dynamics Modular

Maksim Sonin

Fellow, Stanford University

James E. Campos

President, Red Post Energy Futures / CPO Former Deputy Secretary of Commerce & Trade / Energy, Virginia Former Assistant Secretary for the U.S. DOE

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Event Highlights of the American Data Centers Forum

Visionary Keynote Sessions

Gain insights from global leaders, energy sector pioneers, and policymakers as they present cutting-edge strategies for integrating energy technologies into data centers and AI infrastructure. These sessions will explore the pivotal role of artificial intelligence in transforming industries, driving innovation, and shaping the future of AI-powered data center facilities.

Innovative Energy Technology Showcases

Discover the latest breakthroughs in energy advancements, thermal solutions, cooling systems, energy optimizations. Attendees will experience Tools and Techniques for Managing Petabytes of Information, solutions to implement Zero-Trust Architectures and more.

Strategic Networking Opportunities

Engage with top industry experts, data center professionals, and key energy sector stakeholders in exclusive networking sessions. These gatherings provide a unique platform to build partnerships, exchange ideas, and collaborate on the future of AI-powered data centers, innovative data center projects, and digital infrastructure development.

In-Depth Panel Discussions

Participate in thought-provoking panels on pressing topics such as data center energy innovations, the future of AI infrastructure, the impact of industry regulations, importance of data center heat reuse and advancements in Environmental Footprint of AI Training Models. Gain actionable insights and learn about groundbreaking initiatives like the Stargate Project.

Exclusive Technical Sessions

Attend specialized sessions offering in-depth exploration of critical aspects of AI technology, policy developments, and emerging market trends, delivering practical knowledge and actionable insights for participants.

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1. Buyer Representation

Many of our attendees represent Hydrogen buyers, offering exhibitors and sponsors unique opportunities for face-to-face meetings with key decision-makers.

2. Exhibitor, Speaker, and Sponsor Support

We provide targeted business matchmaking services for our exhibitors, speakers, and sponsors, ensuring you connect with the right people to drive your business forward.

3. Executive-Level Attendance

Our event attracts senior executives and decision-makers from top organizations in the Hydrogen industry, making it the perfect platform to foster high-level connections.

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How to build a data center?

Data center construction best practices typically focus on early alignment between data center EPC contractors, developers, and owner-operators, strong planning of critical facility construction, optimized energy efficiency, and scalable design for hyperscale and edge growth. To gain deeper insights, benchmarks, and real-world case studies, we invite you to attend the American Data Centers Construction Forum Powered by TEADIT® in Houston

Data center construction best practices

A data center construction checklist usually includes: site due diligence, RFP and procurement strategy, design validation, power and cooling capacity planning, construction execution, commissioning, and operational readiness.

How long does data center construction take

On average, timelines range from 12 to 36+ months depending on size, permitting, supply chain conditions, and whether it is a modular or full-scale build. These and many other questions will be answered at the American Data Centers Construction Forum Powered by TEADIT® in Houston, Texas, where leading experts, data center EPC contractors, developers, and investors will share insights on data center construction best practices, costs, timelines, MEP systems, cooling, and power infrastructure across hyperscale, colocation, and edge projects.

What Data Centers to Invest In?

Investors are looking at facilities that combine scalability, energy efficiency, and strong connectivity hubs. The most promising opportunities often align with growing AI and cloud workloads. Discover expert insights and strategies at the American Data Centers Construction Forum Powered by TEADIT®, in Houston.

What are the Top 5 Data Centers in the World?

The largest and most advanced data centers are known for vast capacity, cutting-edge cooling, and global network reach. Rankings shift as technology evolves and new mega-campuses open. Join the American Data Centers Construction Forum Powered by TEADIT® to learn which facilities lead today – and what’s coming next.

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Key American DC Construction Forum Topics

The Land & Grid Logic: Where to Build and Why It’s Changing

EPC War Stories: Delivering Projects in a Broken Supply Chain

The 2026 Labor Cliff: Industrializing the Job Site

The Grid-Ready Paradox: Permitting, Policy & Public Pressure

The Second Life Challenge: Retrofitting for AI Workloads

Circular Construction: Building Net-Positive Data Centers

American DC Construction Forum Speakers:

CHAIR OF THE EVENT Khia Chukudebelu

GM, Datacenter Global Supply Chain & Procurement, Microsoft

Sid Janga

Senior Director, Land Development, Microsoft

Kevin Smith

Sr Director, Modularization Portfolio, Cloud Operations + Innovation, Microsoft

Joseph Boccuzzi, Ph.D.

Head of 5G/6G End-2-End Systems, NVIDIA

Aditya Lakhe

BIM Client Information Manager, Amazon Web Services (AWS)

Chris Hinkle

CEO, TRG Datacenters

Dianne Eldridge

AI GTM I Google Cloud, Power & Energy Lead, Google

Jeffrey Edwards

Senior Lease Construction Manager (AI Delivery), Microsoft

Kajal Jagushte

Planning Digitization Lead, Microsoft

Robbie Riggs

President & CEO, Teadit

Mark Ruffin

Vice President of Sales and Engineering, Teadit

Juan Jurado

Vice President, Mission Critical, Liberty

Dado Slezak

Executive Vice President of Utility Innovation, QTS Data Centers

CHAIR OF THE EVENT
Khia Chukudebelu

CHAIR OF THE EVENT
Khia Chukudebelu