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7 - 8 JULY 2026 • MCEC, MELBOURNE

APAC's Leading Event Dedicated to Accelerating AI-Powered Energy Transformation 

500+
ATTENDEES
60+
EXECUTIVE SPEAKERS 
50+
SPONSORS & PARTNERS
100%
COMMITTED TO NET ZERO 

Key Stakeholders Attending Global Series Events

Smarter AI Smarter Energy: Unlocking
the Digital Transformation in APAC

AI for Energy Transition APAC 2026 (#AIETA2026) takes place on 7–8 July 2026 at the Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre (MCEC), convening 500+ senior leaders from the energy, AI, cloud, data centre, digital infrastructure and policy communities to explore how artificial intelligence is reshaping the future of energy systems across Asia-Pacific.

As the rapid expansion of AI and data centres drives unprecedented electricity demand, the summit will address the critical question: how AI creates new growth opportunities, drives sustainable value, and shapes organisational and governance strategies in the energy sector.


The programme spans the full AI–energy value chain, covering power markets and energy security, data-centre energy integration, grid forecasting and resilience, project optimisation, digital twins for asset performance, and trusted AI deployment.

Co-located with Australia Wind Energy 2026, Carbon Capture APAC Summit 2026 and SAF APAC Summit 2026, #AIETA2026 creates a unique platform for cross-sector collaboration between energy, digital infrastructure and technology leaders, accelerating a smarter, more resilient and low-carbon energy future across APAC.

Key Themes of AIETA 2026

Early Confirmed World-Class Industry Leaders at AIETA2026

Hon. Danny Pearson MP
Victorian Government

Hon. Danny Pearson MP

Minister for Economic Growth and Jobs, Minister for Government Services, Minister for Finance

Victorian Government

Sumone Chakravarti
SEC

Sumone Chakravarti

Executive General Manager, Consumer and Innovation

SEC

Lee Hickin
National AI Centre, DISR, Australian Government

Lee Hickin

Executive Director

National AI Centre, DISR, Australian Government

Julien Jovancevski Capraro
Jemena

Julien Jovancevski Capraro

Chief Digital Officer

Jemena

Luke Jenner
Essential Energy

Luke Jenner

Chief Assets and Digital Officer

Essential Energy

Danny Benjamin
VicGrid

Danny Benjamin

Executive General Manager, Delivery

VicGrid

Kevin Lin
Stanwell Corporation

Kevin Lin

Chief Information Officer

Stanwell Corporation

Andrew Hyland
Aula Energy

Andrew Hyland

Chief Commercial Officer

Aula Energy

Matthieu Fedrigo
ENGIE

Matthieu Fedrigo

Chief Information Officer

ENGIE

Graeme Jackson
Vector Limited

Graeme Jackson

General Manager, Data & Analytics

Vector Limited

AI, Energy & Digital Infrastructure Leadership at AIETA2026 

Jim Bullock
Microsoft

Jim Bullock

Managing Director, Power Utilities & Energy Transition, Asia

Microsoft

Colette Munro
Schneider Electric

Colette Munro

Pacific Zone President

Schneider Electric

Mark Brown
Amazon Web Services (AWS)

Mark Brown

Head of Data and AI, ANZ

Amazon Web Services (AWS)

Ravi Kumar Mandalika
IBM Consulting

Ravi Kumar Mandalika

APAC Energy & Utilities Industry Leader

IBM Consulting

Belinda Dennett
Data Centres Australia

Belinda Dennett

Chief Executive Officer

Data Centres Australia

Unparalleled Visionary Leaders of the Global AI for Energy Series

Forge High-Impact Connections with APAC’s AI & Energy Leaders

In Asia-Pacific’s rapidly evolving energy landscape, the convergence of AI, energy and utilities, digital infrastructure, and power systems is redefining how the region powers its future.

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A High-Level, Decision-Maker Driven Audience

43%

C-Suite & Executive Leadership

38%

Director & Senior Management

19%

Senior Specialists & Technical Leaders

Who You’ll Meet

Connect with leaders from across the APAC energy and digital ecosystem, including:

  • Utilities & Grid Operators

  • Renewable Energy Developers & IPPs

  • Hyperscalers & Data Centre Operators

  • Technology Providers & AI Innovators

  • Governments, Regulators & Agencies

  • Investors & Infrastructure Funds

EVENT OVERVIEW

EXHIBITION

Discover the latest innovations at the intersection of AI and energy — featuring advanced solutions across AI infrastructure, intelligent grids, power systems, data centres, and digital energy technologies driving APAC’s energy transition.

STRATEGIC CONFERENCE

A high-level platform convening APAC’s leaders across government, energy, and digital infrastructure to shape the strategies, partnerships, and capital flows underpinning the region’s AI-powered, low-carbon energy transformation.

COCKTAIL RECEPTION & NETWORKING

Connect with senior decision-makers from across APAC in a relaxed setting designed to spark meaningful conversations, build strategic relationships, and accelerate real business opportunities.

MATCHSPARK™ DIGITAL MEETINGS

Curated one-to-one meetings powered by MatchSpark™, connecting decision-makers across AI, energy, and digital infrastructure — from project developers and technology leaders to investors — to accelerate partnerships across APAC.

Why Attend?

Background
Asia-Pacific’s Energy Demand Is Surging

Electrification, industrial growth, and the rapid expansion of AI compute and data centres are driving unprecedented pressure on APAC’s power systems. AI is now essential to manage soaring demand—enhancing forecasting, grid stability, renewable integration, and infrastructure modernisation across fast-growing markets.

Background
AI Is Accelerating APAC’s Energy Transformation

From smart grid optimisation and real-time forecasting to carbon intelligence and digital energy markets, AI is redefining how APAC generates, distributes, and manages energy. New tools deliver greater efficiency, flexibility, visibility, and resilience across the entire energy value chain.

Background
Be Part of APAC’s Digital-First Energy Future

Join utilities, regulators, policymakers, energy producers, data centre leaders, and technology innovators at APAC’s flagship event dedicated to AI in energy. Discover cutting-edge strategies, partnerships, and solutions shaping a smarter, cleaner, and AI-driven energy ecosystem for the region.

Smarter AI, Smarter Energy: Unlocking the Digital Transformation in APAC

AI is fast becoming a key driver of the net-zero energy transition. From balancing variable renewables to optimising legacy assets and coordinating hybrid energy systems, AI is transforming the energy landscape across production, operations, trading and carbon regulation.

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