Speaking Engagement

2026 MISO/SPP Regional Conference

February 23-24, 2026
New Orleans, LA
Room with rows of server hardware in the data center

Margarita Patria is speaking on the session titled “Data Center Disruption” during the electric power conference for the MISO and SPP regions—where the industry’s brightest minds tackle the most pressing challenges facing our grids today.

Global power demand from data centers is projected to increase by 50% by 2027, creating an unprecedented challenge and opportunity for grid operators. This panel brings together hyperscalers, developers, and state regulators to answer a critical question: Why are data centers choosing to locate in MISO and SPP? The discussion will uncover the strategic drivers behind siting decisions and explore how utilities and RTOs can manage this explosive, high-stakes load growth.

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