Preparing for Rising Electricity Costs: A Digital Infrastructure Strategy Seminar

Seminar Overview: Preparing for Rising Electricity Costs

On July 21, 2026, a pivotal seminar titled "Preparing for Rising Electricity Costs: A Digital Infrastructure Strategy" will be held, led by Masaharu Takano, CEO of Bitmedia and MESH-X. This seminar aims to equip organizations with strategies to navigate the challenges presented by soaring electricity costs exacerbated by the surge in data center energy demands due to the proliferation of AI technologies.

Context of the Seminar

As we usher in the AI era, the demand for power in data centers is escalating rapidly. This phenomenon has spurred the initiation of a national strategy referred to as "Watt-Bit Collaboration", which seeks to integrate power (watts) and communications (bits) to ensure a robust digital infrastructure. In this seminar, attendees will gain insights into the latest developments in domestic policies, global success stories, and key technological trends guiding the implementation of effective digital infrastructure strategies.

Key Topics Covered

1. Rising Energy Demands in AI Datacenters: Understand the driving forces behind the increasing power needs of data centers in the AI age and how the concept of Watt-Bit Collaboration was born.
2. National Strategy on Watt-Bit Collaboration: Get updated on domestic policy trends supporting this integrated approach.
3. Workload Shift for Optimizing Power Systems: Learn how to utilize available power capacities through innovative workload management.
4. Next-Generation Communication Infrastructure: Explore the role of communication systems like IOWN/APN in supporting inter-site collaboration.
5. Virtual Hyperscaler Concept: Delve into the implications of this concept for resource scalability.
6. Next-Generation Heat Recovery Technologies in Data Centers: Examine emerging technologies aimed at improving energy efficiency and reducing waste heat.
7. Global Case Studies: Gain insights from international experiments focused on flexible power use in data centers, particularly a notable initiative in Phoenix, USA.
8. Strategic Directions for Enterprises' Digital Infrastructure: Develop an understanding of how to align your company's strategy with these emerging trends to prepare for future challenges.
9. Q&A Session & Networking: Engage with experts in a question-and-answer format, facilitating networking opportunities for attendees.

Participation Details

Participants are invited to join either in-person or virtually via Zoom Webinar, with recordings available for two weeks for flexibility in viewing. The seminar will be held at the SSK Seminar Room located at 2-6-2 Nishi-Shimbashi, Minato-ku, Tokyo, on July 21, 2026, from 10 AM to 12 PM.

For inquiries, participants can contact the New Society System Research Institute at:

- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: 03-5532-8850

This seminar is powered by the New Society System Research Institute (SSK), a leading provider of business seminars in Japan, offering insights into management strategy, marketing, and technology since 1996. SSK remains committed to delivering cutting-edge information that contributes to the success and expansion of businesses.

Be part of this significant event and better prepare your organization for the challenges ahead!