2026 AI Educator Summer Institute

Powering Intelligence: How Electric Utilities Enable the AI Revolution

After engaging in this session, participants will be able to explain why AI uses so much electricity and how utilities like Duke Energy are addressing this demand while also using AI tools to run the grid better.

In this fascinating session, educators will learn how utilities like Duke Energy are using AI today to run the grid better. They will look inside a Data Center and discuss why AI uses so much electricity. Finally, attendees will get a glimpse into how utility companies are addressing rapid load growth while protecting customers. Attendees will learn about AI in the real world and how it impacts their lives every day. Educators are encouraged to consider how take this knowledge into their classrooms.