The rapid expansion of the data center industry—driven by hyperscale and AI workloads—has placed unprecedented stress on the power supply chain. Utilities and independent power producers (IPPs) are grappling with growing interconnection queues, permitting delays, and grid infrastructure bottlenecks, while data center developers scramble for available power to meet demand. The solution? Stronger, more proactive collaboration between utilities and data centers to optimize energy planning, streamline interconnections, and unlock new sources of power. This panel will provide a practical roadmap for overcoming power constraints before they derail AI-driven data center growth. In this high-impact discussion, industry leaders from major utilities, energy consultants, and data center providers will tackle the biggest power challenges facing the sector today. From aligning development timelines and improving transparency in energy procurement to exploring new models such as co-location with generation assets, panelists will share actionable strategies to accelerate power delivery and ensure the long-term sustainability of AI-driven infrastructure.