PTAC – Digital Innovation Forum 2026: Canadian Energy Powering Data Centers
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March 4, 2026
7:30 am—5:00 pm
Calgary Petroleum Club
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Why Attend? • Alberta data center strategy • Wonder Valley update • Addressing siting challenges • Creating shared value with stakeholders • Natural gas supply and power generation • Alberta grid update • Blockchain and crypto opportunities • Reducing the carbon footprint • Technology innovation Event Summary: The Digital Innovation Forum (DIF) 2026: Canadian Energy Powering Data Centers brings together energy leaders, tech innovators, and infrastructure developers to explore Alberta’s role in the global data center boom. Participants will gain exclusive insights, discover new business models, and connect with the pioneers building Canada’s digital future. Be part of the transformation at DIF 2026! The Data Center Revolution is Here! Driven by the continuous growth of artificial intelligence computing and digital asset mining, global demand for data center capacity is expected to triple by 2030. Alberta is well-positioned to lead this transformation, with Invest Alberta projecting a C$75–100 billion opportunity that could reshape the province’s economic future.
Why Attend?
• Alberta data center strategy
• Wonder Valley update
• Addressing siting challenges
• Creating shared value with stakeholders
• Natural gas supply and power generation
• Alberta grid update
• Blockchain and crypto opportunities
• Reducing the carbon footprint
• Technology innovation
Event Summary:
The Digital Innovation Forum (DIF) 2026: Canadian Energy Powering Data Centers brings together energy leaders, tech innovators, and infrastructure developers to explore Alberta’s role in the global data center boom. Participants will gain exclusive insights, discover new business models, and connect with the pioneers building Canada’s digital future. Be part of the transformation at DIF 2026!
The Data Center Revolution is Here! Driven by the continuous growth of artificial intelligence computing and digital asset mining, global demand for data center capacity is expected to triple by 2030. Alberta is well-positioned to lead this transformation, with Invest Alberta projecting a C$75–100 billion opportunity that could reshape the province’s economic future.
319 5 Ave SW, Calgary, AB T2P 0L5
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