Tribal Data Centers, On-Site Power, and Selecting a Vetted Partner

Mar 31, 2026
23A
Economic Impact & Development

Tribal Data Centers, On-Site Power, and Selecting a Vetted Partner 

Tribal Nations are exploring data centers as an economic development opportunity that can complement gaming operations when paired with on-site power and district energy systems. This session examines how waste heat from data centers can support casinos, hotels, and administrative facilities, improving efficiency and project economics. Panelists discuss integration with microgrids, land use control, and energy strategies while outlining key considerations for partnerships, infrastructure planning, and development approaches that create long-term revenue opportunities.

 

Speakers
Ken Ahmann
Ken Ahmann, COO - Colusa Indian Energy
Ryan Brooks
Ryan Brooks, GM/CTO - Data Holdings, a subsidiary of Potawatomi Ventures