Data centres & renewables: aligning growth with sustainability goals

When: Wednesday, 22 April 2026, 11:30 - 12:15
Where: "Powering the Future" stage - Hall 9

Session description

Data centres are emerging as powerful allies in Europe’s energy transition. This session explores how their growing demand and flexible operating profiles can deliver economic benefits while helping alleviate curtailment and strengthen system flexibility.

Session chair

Thomas Hillig

Managing Director, THEnergy

Panel

Joseph Cummins

Principal Officer, Department of Enterprise, Tourism and Employment, Ireland

Patricia del Moral Ambite

Head of BESS and Large-Scale Renewables for Industry, Iberdrola

Michaela Müller

Head of Sustainable Colocation, Gridmetry

Mike Parker

Vice President, Power Generation, Shell New Energies