Ep. 177 David Chernis, Director, Flexible Compute Platforms at CPower Energy | Data Center Go-to-Market Podcast

Episode notes

Subscribe to the Data Center Sales and Marketing Newsletter (DCSMI) In episode 177 of the Data Center Go-to-Market Podcast, you’ll hear from CPower Energy’s David Chernis on how AI-driven load growth is reshaping data center power strategy . You’ll learn why traditional assumptions about always available power no longer hold, how energy flexibility and battery storage (BESS) help manage spiky AI workloads, and what separates the new AI factory data centers from legacy colocation models. David explains how modern demand response works in mission-critical environments, how grid participation now influences site selection and interconnection timelines, and why powered land, hybrid crypto/AI sites, and regulatory shifts (like ERCOT’s Senate Bill 6) are changing what’s considered table stakes. You’ll also pick up career and go-to-market tips on continuous learning, using generative and agentic AI tools, and positioning yourself at the intersection of data centers, energy markets, and AI innovation Ep.