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AI and Data Centers: New Growth and Investment Trends

On February 17, 2026, a significant seminar will be taking place, hosted by JPI (Japan Planning Institute). This event focuses on the transformative potential of generative AI in relation to the distribution of data centers and investment prospects within this sector. The seminar features a distinguished guest speaker, Yushi Iwana, Senior Research Director at CBRE.

Context and Importance

The demand for data centers continues to grow, yet urban areas face challenges such as securing land and electricity. The increasing adoption of generative AI exacerbates these issues, highlighting the urgency to explore alternative locations for data center development. This seminar will delve into the opportunities that rural areas present, characterized by a more robust renewable energy potential compared to densely populated urban centers.

Seminar Overview

The seminar will cover several essential topics:
1. Market Overview of Data Centers
a. Demand and supply trends in the data center market
b. Analysis of rack pricing trends

2. Generative AI as a Driving Force
a. Main applications of generative AI
b. Forecast of power demand for data centers

3. Characteristics of AI-Driven Data Centers
a. Required specifications for facilities and buildings
b. Case studies of AI data centers
c. Key factors in location selection for data centers

4. Promising Areas for Data Center Distribution
a. Regional projections for decarbonized power generation and energy composition
b. Five evaluation criteria that highlight the advantages of rural locations:
- Renewable energy generation potential
- Power costs
- Degree of industry concentration
- Infrastructure development
- Earthquake occurrence probability

5. Investment Opportunities in Data Centers
a. Trends in expected NOI (Net Operating Income) returns
b. Investment characteristics of data centers
c. Three approaches to data center investments

6. Q&A Session
7. Networking Reception
Participants will have a chance to exchange business cards and connect with both the speaker and fellow attendees, expanding their professional networks and potentially aiding in business growth.

Participation Details

Attendees can choose from various participation methods: in-person attendance, live streaming, or archival access (available for up to two weeks for unlimited views at convenient times). The fee for participation is set at:

• - 37,770 yen (tax included) for one person
• - 32,770 yen per person for groups of two or more from the same company
• - Special rate of 11,000 yen for up to two participants from local government bodies (in-person or live streaming only).

For more details and registration, visit JPI Seminar Registration.

Post-Seminar Opportunities

After the seminar, attendees can continue to engage with the speaker and have their questions addressed, fostering a supportive learning environment. Networking among participants is encouraged for building professional connections and fostering new business ventures. Post-event archival access will remain available for those unable to attend live.

Contact Information

Japan Planning Institute
5-2-32 Minami Azabu, Kowa Hiroo Building,
Minato-ku, Tokyo 106-0047
Tel: 03-5793-9761
Fax: 03-5793-9767
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About JPI (Japan Planning Institute)

For over fifty years, JPI has served as a bridge connecting the realms of governance, public service, and business, delivering valuable information through exclusive seminars for senior executives and policy-makers. Our commitment is to support national policies and projects while contributing to the creation of national intelligence.