In October 2025, the Center for Advancing Community Electrification Solutions (ACES) brought together leaders from academia, government, and industry to examine the growth of AI data centers and the innovations required to build grid resiliency and enhance energy and water efficiency. Follow the links below to learn about key takeaways from the symposium, view a video recap of the day, and read a Lehigh news article summarizing the event. 

Powering What’s Ahead: Energy and Water Challenges of AI Data Centers

Explore findings from Lehigh University’s ACES Symposium on AI Data Centers. This resource hub addresses the critical nexus of energy, water, and infrastructure, offering research-backed solutions for sustainable electrification and policy innovation.

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ACES Symposium on Energy, Water and Data Centers Brings Together Leaders from Education, Industry and Government

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The day-long event in Iacocca Hall facilitated dialogue regarding challenges and opportunities for powering the future. Read about the ACES Symposium in this Lehigh news article.